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Waynesville East Elem.

Elementary School · WAYNESVILLE R-VI

1501 STATE RD F, Waynesville, MO 65583

Enrollment

909

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Waynesville

#2 of 3

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#893 of 1,202

In district

#8 of 9

WAYNESVILLE R-VI

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very strong

About Waynesville East Elem.

Waynesville East Elementary serves 909 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Waynesville, Missouri, with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1 and 59 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks #986 out of 2,234 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 56th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. Academically, Waynesville East shows consistent performance across core subjects, with 47% of students achieving proficiency or above in both English Language Arts and mathematics.

While there's room for academic growth, the school maintains steady achievement levels that reflect ongoing efforts to support student development across all grade levels. The school serves a diverse community where the median household income is $71,113 and median home value is $189,400. About 30% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 15.5% of families experience poverty, creating an economically mixed student population that brings varied perspectives to the classroom.

As a regular public elementary school, Waynesville East provides foundational education in a remote town setting within Pulaski County. The school's substantial enrollment makes it one of the larger elementary institutions in the area, serving families throughout the Waynesville community and surrounding areas in this close-knit Missouri town.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)44%
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.7Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,554

Waynesville East Elem. — Students at Waynesville East Elem. score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.7%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Waynesville East Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
22th percentile in MO
Academic
7.7/10
7.7/10
Growth
4.2/10
Below average
Environment
3.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers

Location

1501 STATE RD F, Waynesville, MO 65583

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waynesville East Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THAYER ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIXON ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Dixon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FREEDOM ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby St. Robert), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waynesville, see our Waynesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville 1.5 mi 6.7
WAYNESVILLE SR. HIGH Waynesville 1.5 mi 4.2
6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville 1.5 mi 5.9
Parker Educational Center Waynesville 1.6 mi
WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville 1.7 mi 6.9
MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert 2.8 mi 8.2
FREEDOM ELEM. St. Robert 3.0 mi 7.2
PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood 4.1 mi 6.2
WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood 4.5 mi 5.6
WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood 5.2 mi 7.2
THAYER ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood 7.1 mi 9.1
LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey 8.1 mi 4.6
LAQUEY R-V HIGH Laquey 8.1 mi 6.5
Missouri Digital Academy Laquey 8.1 mi
CROCKER ELEM. Crocker 9.9 mi 4.2
CROCKER HIGH Crocker 9.9 mi 4.7
SWEDEBORG ELEM. Richland 9.8 mi 6.5
DIXON HIGH Dixon 12.6 mi 4.9
DIXON ELEM. Dixon 12.8 mi 7.7
DIXON MIDDLE Dixon 12.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,763

Median Home Value

$209,400

Median Rent

$1,107/mo

Population

14,462

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

63.7%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

33

Community Profile

The community surrounding Waynesville East Elem. has a median household income of $78,763. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,400, with a median rent of $1,107/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 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
WEST PLAINS ELEM. West Plains, MO 5.2
GREEN TREE ELEM. Lake St. Louis, MO 5.3
MALLORY ELEM. Buffalo, MO 5.3
NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 5.3
ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 5.3
GEGGIE ELEM. Eureka, MO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waynesville East Elem.

What grades does Waynesville East Elem. serve?

Waynesville East Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Waynesville East Elem.?

Waynesville East Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 909 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waynesville East Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Waynesville East Elem. is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waynesville East Elem. rank in MO?

Waynesville East Elem. is ranked #1728 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Waynesville East Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Waynesville East Elem. has a composite rating of 5.2 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 Waynesville East Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Waynesville East Elem. has 51.7% math proficiency and 52.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Waynesville East Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Waynesville East Elem. a Title I school?

No, Waynesville East Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

42.2% of students at Waynesville East 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

City Safety
Elevated (1,391/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
909
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Pulaski County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

WAYNESVILLE R-VI
District Enrollment
6,091
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,863
District Rank
#8 of 9

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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