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Below Average

#1816 of 2,221 schools in MO

Veterans Elem.

Elementary School · HANNIBAL 60

790 N VETERANS RD, Hannibal, MO 63401

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,816 of 2,221

In Hannibal

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

HANNIBAL 60

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Veterans Elem.

4.7/10

Elementary School in Hannibal · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Veterans Elem.

Veterans Elem. is a public elementary school in Hannibal, MO, part of HANNIBAL 60. Veterans Elem. serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,816 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Veterans Elem. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,018
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Veterans Elem. — Students at Veterans Elem. score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
42.8%
ELA
40.1%
2025
Math
37.1%
ELA
35.8%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Veterans Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in MO
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

790 N VETERANS RD, Hannibal, MO 63401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Veterans Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMYRA ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hannibal, see our Hannibal schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.9 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hannibal 0.3 mi 4.1
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY SCHOOL Hannibal 1.2 mi
HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal 1.5 mi 7.6
HANNIBAL MIDDLE Hannibal 1.5 mi 7.7
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Hannibal 2.2 mi 8.4
OAKWOOD ELEM. Hannibal 3.0 mi 4.9
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Hannibal 3.0 mi 5.7
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hannibal 3.1 mi 6.1
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hannibal 3.1 mi 5.7
A. D. STOWELL ELEM. Hannibal 3.9 mi 4.8
PALMYRA HIGH Palmyra 6.8 mi 5.1
PALMYRA MIDDLE Palmyra 7.5 mi 7.9
PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra 7.7 mi 8.3
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School Quincy 12.2 mi 5.8
Seymour High School Payson 10.8 mi 5.3
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy 13.2 mi 4.6
Seymour Elementary School Payson 11.0 mi 3.5
Sarah Atwater Denman Elem Quincy 13.1 mi 6.1
ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Quincy 13.4 mi 4.7
Early Childhood Quincy 13.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,483

Median Home Value

$144,400

Median Rent

$824/mo

Population

21,125

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

16.4 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ASCENSION SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO 4.7
COLUMBIAN ELEM. Carthage, MO 4.7
CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore, MO 4.7
HALLSVILLE PRIMARY Hallsville, MO 4.7
HORACE MANN ELEM. Springfield, MO 4.7
MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Veterans Elem.

What grades does Veterans Elem. serve?

Veterans Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Veterans Elem.?

Veterans Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Veterans Elem. rank in MO?

Veterans Elem. ranks #1,816 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Veterans Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Veterans Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Veterans Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Elem. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Veterans Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Veterans Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

60.4% of students at Veterans 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

District

HANNIBAL 60
District Enrollment
3,379
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,018
District Rank
#7 of 8

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