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Summersville Elem.

Elementary School · SUMMERSVILLE R-II

PO BOX 198, Summersville, MO 65571

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,720 of 2,221

In Summersville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

SUMMERSVILLE R-II

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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5.0/10

Elementary School in Summersville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Summersville Elem.

Summersville Elem. is a public elementary school in Summersville, MO, part of SUMMERSVILLE R-II. Summersville Elem. serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Summersville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,720 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Summersville Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Summersville Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,915
Chronic Absenteeism7.4%

Summersville Elem. — Students at Summersville 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

54.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 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
47%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
51.3%
ELA
51.3%
2025
Math
49.5%
ELA
40.5%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Summersville Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in MO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

Location

PO BOX 198, Summersville, MO 65571

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summersville Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOUSTON ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMINENCE ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Eminence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINONA ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Winona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Summersville, see our Summersville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SUMMERSVILLE HIGH Summersville 0.7 mi 7.0
LIBERTY SR. HIGH Mountain View 12.7 mi 7.7
LIBERTY MIDDLE Mountain View 12.8 mi 6.4
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View 12.7 mi 4.4
BIRCH TREE ELEM. Birch Tree 15.1 mi 4.9
RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. Raymondville 15.3 mi 6.2
EMINENCE ELEM. Eminence 15.1 mi 7.9
EMINENCE HIGH Eminence 15.8 mi 7.7
HOUSTON MIDDLE Houston 20.0 mi 5.6
HOUSTON HIGH Houston 20.1 mi 6.7
HOUSTON ELEM. Houston 20.0 mi 8.3
EXCEPTIONAL CHILD COOP. Houston 20.3 mi
GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem 24.9 mi 6.5
WINONA ELEM. Winona 21.5 mi 7.4
WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs 21.7 mi 7.2
WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Willow Springs 21.7 mi 8.1
WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs 21.7 mi 4.4
WINONA HIGH Winona 21.6 mi 6.4
LICKING HIGH Licking 24.5 mi 5.1
LICKING ELEM. Licking 24.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$33,447

Median Home Value

$116,600

Median Rent

$425/mo

Population

1,927

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

75%

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

46

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BEL-NOR St. Louis, MO 5.0
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 5.0
GREENVILLE ELEM. Greenville, MO 5.0
HAWK POINT ELEM. Hawk Point, MO 5.0
HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney, MO 5.0
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Monroe City, MO 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summersville Elem.

What grades does Summersville Elem. serve?

Summersville Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Summersville Elem.?

Summersville Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Summersville Elem. is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summersville Elem. rank in MO?

Summersville Elem. ranks #1,720 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Summersville Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Summersville Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Summersville Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summersville Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Summersville Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Summersville Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

54.1% of students at Summersville 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Shannon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

District

SUMMERSVILLE R-II
District Enrollment
469
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,915
District Rank
#2 of 2

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