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Very Good

#763 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 34% in state

Weaver Elem.

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

1461 N DOUGLAS, Springfield, MO 65802

Enrollment

191

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#763 of 2,221

In Springfield

#23 of 58

public schools

In district

#21 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Weaver Elem.

7.1/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Weaver Elem.

Weaver Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Weaver Elem. serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Weaver Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #763 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Weaver Elem. show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 191 students, Weaver Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2025 MAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Weaver Elem. — Students at Weaver Elem. score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.1% (2025 MAP)

Based on 29 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2025
ELA
38%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Weaver Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in MO
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1461 N DOUGLAS, Springfield, MO 65802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weaver Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATKINS ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YORK ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MCGREGOR ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Springfield 0.4 mi 7.4
PIPKIN MIDDLE Springfield 0.5 mi 5.3
REED MIDDLE Springfield 0.6 mi 4.9
BOWERMAN ELEM. Springfield 0.8 mi 6.3
CENTRAL HIGH Springfield 0.8 mi 8.5
BOYD ELEM. Springfield 0.8 mi 5.2
U.SCHOOL Springfield 1.2 mi
WATKINS ELEM. Springfield 1.2 mi 8.2
MOCA-S Springfield 1.2 mi 3.4
CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF SPRINGFIELD Springfield 1.4 mi 6.4
LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield 1.4 mi 6.4
CAMPBELL ELEM. Springfield 1.4 mi 5.2
YORK ELEM. Springfield 1.2 mi 8.1
ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield 1.5 mi 5.9
MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield 1.8 mi 7.9
MOCAP Attendance Center Springfield 1.5 mi 6.9
WILLIAMS ELEM. Springfield 1.6 mi 4.2
ROBBERSON ELEM. Springfield 1.6 mi 7.5
JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield 1.9 mi 7.4
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield 1.7 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,080

Median Home Value

$162,400

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

46,005

College Educated

25.6%

Homeownership

56.9%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 7.1
HERMANN ELEM. Hermann, MO 7.1
HOLLISTER EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Hollister, MO 7.1
MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY Matthews, MO 7.1
RICHLAND ELEM. Richland, MO 7.1
ROCK PORT ELEM. Rock Port, MO 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weaver Elem.

What grades does Weaver Elem. serve?

Weaver Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Weaver Elem.?

Weaver Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weaver Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Weaver Elem. is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weaver Elem. rank in MO?

Weaver Elem. ranks #763 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Weaver Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Weaver Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Weaver Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weaver Elem. has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weaver Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Weaver Elem. a Title I school?

No, Weaver Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

94.2% of students at Weaver 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Greene County

District

SPRINGFIELD R-XII
District Enrollment
24,267
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,461
District Rank
#21 of 53

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