Very Good
#604 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 27% in state
Waynesville East Elem.
Elementary School · WAYNESVILLE R-VI
1501 STATE RD F, Waynesville, MO 65583
Enrollment
909
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
909
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#604 of 2,221
In Waynesville
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
WAYNESVILLE R-VI
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Waynesville East Elem.
Elementary School in Waynesville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waynesville East Elem.
Waynesville East Elem. is a public elementary school in Waynesville, MO, part of WAYNESVILLE R-VI. Waynesville East Elem. serves approximately 909 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Waynesville East Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #604 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Waynesville East Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Waynesville East Elem. — Students at Waynesville East Elem. score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 24 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: 9.5/10.
How Waynesville East Elem. Compares
See how Waynesville East 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
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. WOOD ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores notably higher. Another option is THAYER ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIXON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Dixon), which scores slightly 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 | 5.3 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Parker Educational Center Waynesville | 1.6 mi | — |
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FREEDOM ELEM. St. Robert | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 4.5 mi | 3.3 |
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 5.2 mi | 9.3 |
| THAYER ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 7.1 mi | 8.9 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| LAQUEY R-V HIGH Laquey | 8.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Missouri Digital Academy Laquey | 8.1 mi | 2.5 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker | 9.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CROCKER HIGH Crocker | 9.9 mi | 5.0 |
| SWEDEBORG ELEM. Richland | 9.8 mi | 5.5 |
| DIXON HIGH Dixon | 12.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DIXON ELEM. Dixon | 12.8 mi | 8.4 |
| DIXON MIDDLE Dixon | 12.9 mi | 3.3 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHAPEL LAKES ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 7.4 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 7.4 |
| PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. St. Peters, MO | 7.4 |
| UNION CHAPEL ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.5 |
| WM. R. CAPPEL ELEM. Moscow Mills, MO | 7.5 |
| HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay, MO | 7.3 |
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. ranks #604 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Waynesville East Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Waynesville East Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Waynesville East Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waynesville East Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (573) 842-2150
Resources & Links
District
WAYNESVILLE R-VI- District Enrollment
- 6,091
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,863
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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