Excellent
#296 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 13% in state
Sweet Springs Elem.
Elementary School · SWEET SPRINGS R-VII
600 E. Marshall, Sweet Springs, MO 65351
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#296 of 2,221
In Sweet Springs
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
SWEET SPRINGS R-VII
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Sweet Springs Elem.
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About Sweet Springs Elem.
Sweet Springs Elem. is a public elementary school in Sweet Springs, MO, part of SWEET SPRINGS R-VII. Sweet Springs Elem. serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sweet Springs Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #296 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Sweet Springs Elem. show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Sweet Springs Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sweet Springs 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
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Sweet Springs Elem. — Students at Sweet Springs Elem. score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.2/10.
How Sweet Springs Elem. Compares
See how Sweet Springs Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 E. Marshall, Sweet Springs, MO 65351
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweet Springs Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Houstonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is KNOB NOSTER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Knob Noster), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby La Monte), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sweet Springs, see our Sweet Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWEET SPRINGS HIGH Sweet Springs | 0.0 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTHWEST ELEM. Houstonia | 5.2 mi | 9.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Concordia | 8.8 mi | 7.1 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville | 10.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Concordia | 8.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CONCORDIA HIGH Concordia | 9.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CONCORDIA ELEM. Concordia | 9.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte | 13.2 mi | 7.8 |
| LA MONTE HIGH La Monte | 13.3 mi | 7.2 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alma | 12.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Alma | 12.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia | 15.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Malta Bend Elementary School Malta Bend | 15.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Malta Bend High School Malta Bend | 15.9 mi | 5.3 |
| SHOW-ME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL La Monte | 16.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MARSHALL SR. HIGH Marshall | 14.7 mi | 5.4 |
| KNOB NOSTER ELEM. Knob Noster | 16.0 mi | 8.1 |
| KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE Knob Noster | 16.0 mi | 4.8 |
| BENTON ELEM. Marshall | 15.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marshall | 15.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,720
Median Home Value
$118,100
Median Rent
$730/mo
Population
2,224
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| BISSETT ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.1 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
| TANEYVILLE ELEM. Taneyville, MO | 8.1 |
| YORK ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweet Springs Elem.
What grades does Sweet Springs Elem. serve?
Sweet Springs Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sweet Springs Elem.?
Sweet Springs Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweet Springs Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweet Springs Elem. is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sweet Springs Elem. rank in MO?
Sweet Springs Elem. ranks #296 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sweet Springs Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sweet Springs Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Sweet Springs Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sweet Springs Elem. has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sweet Springs Elem. a charter school?
No, Sweet Springs Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sweet Springs Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sweet Springs Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sweet Springs Elem.?
43.6% of students at Sweet Springs 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Saline County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (660) 335-6348
Resources & Links
District
SWEET SPRINGS R-VII- District Enrollment
- 383
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,007
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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