Below Average
#1937 of 2,221 schools in MO
Warren E. Hearnes Elem.
Elementary School · CHARLESTON R-I
PO BOX 39, Charleston, MO 63834
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,937 of 2,221
In Charleston
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
CHARLESTON R-I
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Warren E. Hearnes Elem.
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About Warren E. Hearnes Elem.
Warren E. Hearnes Elem. is a public elementary school in Charleston, MO, part of CHARLESTON R-I. Warren E.
Hearnes Elem. serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren E. Hearnes Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,937 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Warren E. Hearnes Elem. show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Warren E. Hearnes Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Warren E. Hearnes Elem. — Students at Warren E. Hearnes Elem. score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.6/10.
How Warren E. Hearnes Elem. Compares
See how Warren E. Hearnes Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 39, Charleston, MO 63834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Warren E. Hearnes Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHEAST ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. Another option is WING ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. (rated 7.1/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARLESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Charleston | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charleston | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CHARLESTON HIGH Charleston | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie | 9.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EAST PRAIRIE MIDDLE East Prairie | 9.6 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST PRAIRIE HIGH East Prairie | 9.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton | 11.5 mi | 5.1 |
| THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH Benton | 11.5 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CO. MIDDLE Benton | 11.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Cairo Elementary School Cairo | 11.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Cairo Jr/Sr High School Cairo | 11.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Sikeston | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW DAWN SCHOOL Sikeston | 11.5 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTHEAST MISSOURI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 12.1 mi | — |
| SIKESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Sikeston | 12.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SIKESTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 12.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WING ELEM. Sikeston | 12.7 mi | 7.3 |
| SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. Sikeston | 13.4 mi | 7.1 |
| THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 13.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SIKESTON HOPE CTR. Sikeston | 13.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,658
Median Home Value
$107,100
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
5,218
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 4.3 |
| ELIOT BATTLE ELEMENTARY Columbia, MO | 4.3 |
| HICKEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.3 |
| PERSHING ELEM. University City, MO | 4.3 |
| SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 4.3 |
| BERMUDA ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Warren E. Hearnes Elem.
What grades does Warren E. Hearnes Elem. serve?
Warren E. Hearnes Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Warren E. Hearnes Elem.?
Warren E. Hearnes Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren E. Hearnes Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Warren E. Hearnes Elem. is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Warren E. Hearnes Elem. rank in MO?
Warren E. Hearnes Elem. ranks #1,937 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Warren E. Hearnes Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Warren E. Hearnes Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Warren E. Hearnes Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Warren E. Hearnes Elem. has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Warren E. Hearnes Elem. a charter school?
No, Warren E. Hearnes Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Warren E. Hearnes Elem. a Title I school?
No, Warren E. Hearnes Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Warren E. Hearnes Elem.?
99.0% of students at Warren E. Hearnes 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
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mississippi County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (573) 683-3728
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District
CHARLESTON R-I- District Enrollment
- 776
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,525
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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