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#463 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 21% in state

Veterans Elem.

Elementary School · HANNIBAL 60

790 N VETERANS RD, Hannibal, MO 63401

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Hannibal

#1 of 7

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#271 of 1,202

In district

#1 of 8

HANNIBAL 60

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About Veterans Elem.

Veterans Elementary in Hannibal, Missouri is a regular public school offering kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 437 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1, the school benefits from relatively small class sizes facilitated by its 34 full-time equivalent teachers. Veterans Elementary has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10, placing it at the 62nd percentile among Missouri schools according to state rankings.

Academically, the school scores an average of 5.4 out of 10, with 45% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 34% proficient or above in Math. Veterans Elementary is situated in a remote town setting where it focuses on student development and community engagement.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.17 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.8Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Overall Proficiency40%
Expected (poverty-adj.)37%
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.4Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,463

Veterans Elem. — Students at Veterans Elem. score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.7%
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
33%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Veterans Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
79th percentile in MO
Academic
6.8/10
6.8/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
6.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

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. PALMYRA ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OAKWOOD ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Quincy), with a comparable rating. 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 6.2
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY SCHOOL Hannibal 1.2 mi
HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal 1.5 mi 7.4
HANNIBAL MIDDLE Hannibal 1.5 mi 7.4
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Hannibal 2.2 mi 5.0
OAKWOOD ELEM. Hannibal 3.0 mi 6.7
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Hannibal 3.0 mi 4.2
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 3.8
PALMYRA HIGH Palmyra 6.8 mi 3.5
PALMYRA MIDDLE Palmyra 7.5 mi 5.7
PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra 7.7 mi 8.1
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School Quincy 12.2 mi 6.6
Seymour High School Payson 10.8 mi 5.5
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy 13.2 mi 4.6
Seymour Elementary School Payson 11.0 mi 4.5
Sarah Atwater Denman Elem Quincy 13.1 mi 6.5
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Veterans Elem. has a median household income of $60,483. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,400, with a median rent of $824/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 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
BUCKNER ELEM. Independence, MO 7.5
CENTRAL ELEM. Dexter, MO 7.5
Carl Junction Primary 2-3 Carl Junction, MO 7.5
EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 7.5
GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 7.5
HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 7.5

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. is ranked #463 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Veterans Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Veterans Elem. has a composite rating of 7.5 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 Veterans Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Veterans Elem. has 34.0% math proficiency and 44.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (2,786/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Hannibal). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

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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