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Sullivan Elem.

Elementary School · SULLIVAN

104 W WASHINGTON, Sullivan, MO 63080

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,442 of 2,221

In Sullivan

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

SULLIVAN

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Sullivan Elem.

5.7/10

Elementary School in Sullivan · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Anthony Catholic School

5.9/10

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6.3/10

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About Sullivan Elem.

Sullivan Elem. is a public elementary school in Sullivan, MO, part of SULLIVAN. Sullivan Elem. serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sullivan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,442 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Sullivan Elem. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,963
Chronic Absenteeism14.9%

Sullivan Elem. — Students at Sullivan Elem. score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
46.9%
2025
Math
43.8%
ELA
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Sullivan Elem. Compares

See how Sullivan Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in MO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

104 W WASHINGTON, Sullivan, MO 63080

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sullivan Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRING BLUFF ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 7.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GERALD ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Gerald), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sullivan, see our Sullivan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sullivan 0.5 mi 5.9
SULLIVAN SR. HIGH Sullivan 1.2 mi 6.3
SULLIVAN PRIMARY Sullivan 1.6 mi 6.2
SULLIVAN MIDDLE Sullivan 1.7 mi 4.6
MERAMEC VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bourbon 2.9 mi 6.8
BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon 6.5 mi 7.7
BOURBON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bourbon 6.5 mi 8.1
SPRING BLUFF ELEM. Sullivan 7.1 mi 9.1
BOURBON HIGH SCHOOL Bourbon 7.7 mi 7.0
STRAIN-JAPAN ELEM. Sullivan 8.5 mi 8.0
FRANKLIN CO. SPECL. ED. COOP. St. Clair 9.3 mi 4.8
BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort 14.9 mi 7.3
EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair 13.0 mi 6.4
ST. CLAIR HIGH St. Clair 13.1 mi 5.8
ST. CLAIR ELEM. St. Clair 13.3 mi 4.9
ST. CLAIR JR. HIGH St. Clair 13.2 mi 3.8
GERALD ELEM. Gerald 16.3 mi 8.2
UNION HIGH Union 18.0 mi 6.1
AUTUMN HILL SCHOOL Union 18.1 mi 2.5
CENTRAL ELEM. Union 18.1 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,862

Median Home Value

$169,000

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

13,529

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

44.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO 5.7
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO 5.7
EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield, MO 5.7
EZARD ELEM. Conway, MO 5.7
FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage, MO 5.7
GRAY ELEM. Springfield, MO 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sullivan Elem.

What grades does Sullivan Elem. serve?

Sullivan Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Sullivan Elem.?

Sullivan Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sullivan Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Sullivan Elem. is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sullivan Elem. rank in MO?

Sullivan Elem. ranks #1,442 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Sullivan Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Sullivan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sullivan Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sullivan Elem. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sullivan Elem. a charter school?

No, Sullivan Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sullivan Elem. a Title I school?

No, Sullivan Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sullivan Elem.?

52.3% of students at Sullivan Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.9%

District

SULLIVAN
District Enrollment
2,018
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,963
District Rank
#3 of 4

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