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#48 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 2% in state

Tri-county Elem.

Elementary School · TRI-COUNTY R-VII

904 W AUBERRY GROVE, Jamesport, MO 64648

Enrollment

86

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Jamesport

#1 of 2

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#34 of 1,202

In district

#1 of 2

TRI-COUNTY R-VII

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Tri-county Elem.

Tri-county Elem. is a public elementary school in Jamesport, MO, part of the TRI-COUNTY R-VII. The school serves approximately 86 students in grades Pre-K – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 97.9th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 56% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,477, where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 86 students, Tri-county Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Tri-county Elem. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Tri-county Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5%
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,075

Tri-county Elem. — Students at Tri-county Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Tri-county Elem. Compares

See how Tri-county Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
98th percentile in MO
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
9.0/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Location

904 W AUBERRY GROVE, Jamesport, MO 64648

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tri-county Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH DAVIESS ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Jameson), with a comparable rating. Another option is COVEL D. SEARCY ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Gallatin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, S.M Rissler Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Trenton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jamesport, see our Jamesport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TRI-COUNTY HIGH Jamesport 0.1 mi 5.3
JAMESPORT MENNONITE SCHOOL Jamesport 0.3 mi
OAK GROVE Jamesport 1.2 mi 3.3
COUNTRY VIEW Jamesport 1.5 mi 3.2
SPRING HILL SCHOOL Jamesport 1.8 mi 3.5
MEADOW VIEW SCHOOL Jamesport 3.1 mi
HICKORY HILL SCHOOL Jamesport 4.6 mi
HICKORY HILL Jamesport 4.6 mi
GILMAN CITY ELEM. Gilman City 11.6 mi 6.8
GILMAN CITY HIGH Gilman City 11.6 mi 7.1
COVEL D. SEARCY ELEM. Gallatin 9.7 mi 8.0
GALLATIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Gallatin 9.8 mi 6.5
GALLATIN HIGH Gallatin 9.8 mi 8.0
NORTH DAVIESS ELEM. Jameson 9.4 mi 8.3
NORTH DAVIESS HIGH Jameson 9.4 mi 6.4
S.M Rissler Elementary School Trenton 11.9 mi 7.2
BRECKENRIDGE ELEM. Breckenridge 15.0 mi 5.0
BRECKENRIDGE HIGH Breckenridge 15.0 mi
Trenton High School Trenton 13.1 mi 5.5
Trenton Middle School Trenton 13.2 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,477

Median Home Value

$106,700

Median Rent

$525/mo

Population

2,422

College Educated

9.9%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

38.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

30.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Tri-county Elem. has a median household income of $76,477. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $106,700, with a median rent of $525/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ALTENBURG ELEM. Altenburg, MO 8.8
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Climax Springs, MO 8.8
OSBORN ELEM. Osborn, MO 8.8
GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon, MO 9.1
NORTH HARRISON ELEM. Eagleville, MO 9.1
FRANKLIN CO. ELEM. New Haven, MO 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tri-county Elem.

What grades does Tri-county Elem. serve?

Tri-county Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Tri-county Elem.?

Tri-county Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tri-county Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Tri-county Elem. is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tri-county Elem. rank in MO?

Tri-county Elem. is ranked #48 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Tri-county Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Tri-county Elem. has a composite rating of 8.9 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 Tri-county Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tri-county Elem. has 56.3% math proficiency and 59.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Tri-county Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Tri-county Elem. a Title I school?

No, Tri-county Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tri-county Elem.?

46.5% of students at Tri-county 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (675/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Daviess County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

TRI-COUNTY R-VII
District Enrollment
175
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,386
District Rank
#1 of 2

Other Schools in This District

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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