Excellent
#67 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 3% in state
Thayer Elem.
Elementary School · WAYNESVILLE R-VI
4273 THAYER ST, Ft. Leonard Wood, MO 65473
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#67 of 2,221
In Ft. Leonard Wood
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
WAYNESVILLE R-VI
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Thayer Elem.
Elementary School in Ft. Leonard Wood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thayer Elem.
Thayer Elem. is a public elementary school in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO, part of WAYNESVILLE R-VI. Thayer Elem. serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Thayer Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Thayer Elem. show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Thayer Elem. — Students at Thayer Elem. score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 8.7/10.
How Thayer Elem. Compares
See how Thayer Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4273 THAYER ST, Ft. Leonard Wood, MO 65473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thayer Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOOD ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PHELPS CO. ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Edgar Springs), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DIXON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Dixon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ft. Leonard Wood, see our Ft. Leonard Wood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| FREEDOM ELEM. St. Robert | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| WAYNESVILLE EAST ELEM. Waynesville | 7.1 mi | 7.4 |
| WAYNESVILLE SR. HIGH Waynesville | 7.6 mi | 5.3 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville | 7.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville | 7.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Parker Educational Center Waynesville | 7.9 mi | — |
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville | 7.9 mi | 7.3 |
| PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs | 11.4 mi | 8.4 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey | 11.6 mi | 6.1 |
| LAQUEY R-V HIGH Laquey | 11.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Missouri Digital Academy Laquey | 11.6 mi | 2.5 |
| DIXON HIGH Dixon | 16.7 mi | 5.9 |
| DIXON MIDDLE Dixon | 17.1 mi | 3.3 |
| DIXON ELEM. Dixon | 17.2 mi | 8.4 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker | 16.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CROCKER HIGH Crocker | 16.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,528
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
15,322
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
0.3%
Avg Commute
9.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
20.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE SOULARD SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.9 |
| BAKERSFIELD ELEM. Bakersfield, MO | 8.8 |
| CLOPTON ELEM. Clarksville, MO | 9.0 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. Hamilton, MO | 9.0 |
| NEW MADRID ELEMENTARY New Madrid, MO | 9.0 |
| OSAGE BEACH ELEMENTARY Osage Beach, MO | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thayer Elem.
What grades does Thayer Elem. serve?
Thayer Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thayer Elem.?
Thayer Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thayer Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Thayer Elem. is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thayer Elem. rank in MO?
Thayer Elem. ranks #67 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Thayer Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Thayer Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Thayer Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thayer Elem. has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thayer Elem. a charter school?
No, Thayer Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thayer Elem. a Title I school?
No, Thayer Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thayer Elem.?
34.6% of students at Thayer 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (573) 842-2200
Resources & Links
District
WAYNESVILLE R-VI- District Enrollment
- 6,091
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,863
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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