Excellent
#32 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 1% 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
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Ft. Leonard Wood
#1 of 3
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#25 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 9
WAYNESVILLE R-VI
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Thayer Elem.
Thayer Elementary serves 217 students in kindergarten through fifth grade at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The school earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — driven by a near-perfect academic score of 9.9 and a growth score of 9.3 that signals students are gaining ground year over year, not just performing well at a single point in time. Those numbers translate into hard peer rankings.
Thayer places 32nd out of 2,216 public schools statewide, outperforming 99% of Missouri schools across all grade levels. Narrow the lens to elementary schools only and the standing holds: 25th of 1,202 elementary schools in Missouri. It is also the top-ranked school among the three public schools serving Fort Leonard Wood — a distinction that matters for families weighing local options.
A student-teacher ratio of 12.1 to 1 keeps class sizes small, giving teachers meaningful contact time with each student. Enrollment sits at 217, compact enough that students aren't anonymous, large enough to support a complete K–5 instructional program. For military families on assignment at Fort Leonard Wood, Thayer offers academic performance that competes at the top tier of the entire state — not just within the immediate community.
Score Breakdown
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Thayer Elem. — Students at Thayer Elem. score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Thayer Elem. Compares
See how Thayer Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 67% (2019) to 72% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 67% (2019) to 72% (2022).
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. DIXON ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Dixon), a more accessible option. Another option is WOOD ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, FREEDOM ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby St. Robert), a more accessible option. 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 | 7.2 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| FREEDOM ELEM. St. Robert | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| WAYNESVILLE EAST ELEM. Waynesville | 7.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WAYNESVILLE SR. HIGH Waynesville | 7.6 mi | 4.2 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville | 7.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville | 7.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Parker Educational Center Waynesville | 7.9 mi | — |
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville | 7.9 mi | 6.9 |
| PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs | 11.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey | 11.6 mi | 4.6 |
| LAQUEY R-V HIGH Laquey | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Missouri Digital Academy Laquey | 11.6 mi | — |
| DIXON HIGH Dixon | 16.7 mi | 4.9 |
| DIXON MIDDLE Dixon | 17.1 mi | 4.4 |
| DIXON ELEM. Dixon | 17.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker | 16.8 mi | 4.2 |
| CROCKER HIGH Crocker | 16.8 mi | 4.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Thayer Elem. has a median household income of $68,528. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 10 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem, MO | 9.1 |
| BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick, MO | 8.9 |
| CLARK ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.9 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. Villa Ridge, MO | 8.9 |
| EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty, MO | 8.9 |
| GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge, MO | 8.9 |
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. is ranked #32 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Thayer Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Thayer Elem. has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thayer Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Thayer Elem. has 70.3% math proficiency and 70.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (573) 842-2200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WAYNESVILLE R-VI- District Enrollment
- 6,091
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,863
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
Other Schools in This District
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