Viburnum Elementary

Viburnum Elementary is a small rural school located in the heart of Viburnum, Missouri. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 163 students and employs 12 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1. The setting is quite remote, with a close-knit community that values education but faces challenges typical of rural areas.

Academically, Viburnum Elementary has room for growth, as reflected by its MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and state ranking of #1897 out of 2234 schools in Missouri. In reading and ELA, 35% of students are proficient or above, while in math, the proficiency rate is 30%. These numbers indicate that there's a strong need for continued improvement and support to help students reach their full potential.

Viburnum Elementary sits in a rural area where community ties are strong, and everyone works together to provide a supportive learning environment.

With an enrollment of 163 students, Viburnum Elementary 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.

Located in a rural area, Viburnum Elementary 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.