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Very Good

#764 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 34% in state

Weller Elem.

Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII

1630 N WELLER, Springfield, MO 65803

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#764 of 2,221

In Springfield

#24 of 58

public schools

In district

#22 of 53

SPRINGFIELD R-XII

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Weller 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 Weller Elem.

Weller Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Weller Elem. serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Weller Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #764 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Weller Elem. show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% 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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,461

Weller Elem. — Students at Weller Elem. score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 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
27%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
28.4%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
21.2%
ELA
34.9%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Weller Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in MO
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 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

1630 N WELLER, Springfield, MO 65803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weller Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BINGHAM ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBBERSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENE VALLEY SCHOOL Springfield 0.7 mi 3.5
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield 0.6 mi 6.3
ROBBERSON ELEM. Springfield 1.0 mi 7.5
MOCAP Attendance Center Springfield 1.1 mi 6.9
BOYD ELEM. Springfield 1.1 mi 5.2
FREMONT ELEM. Springfield 1.4 mi 7.3
CENTRAL HIGH Springfield 1.4 mi 8.5
PIPKIN MIDDLE Springfield 1.5 mi 5.3
REED MIDDLE Springfield 1.5 mi 4.9
SHADY DELL EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Springfield 1.6 mi 5.3
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Springfield 1.6 mi 7.4
GREENWOOD LABORATORY SCHOOL Springfield 1.9 mi 6.0
BINGHAM ELEM. Springfield 1.9 mi 8.7
MOCA-S Springfield 1.9 mi 3.4
ROUNTREE ELEM. Springfield 2.2 mi 6.9
WEAVER ELEM. Springfield 1.8 mi 7.1
BOWERMAN ELEM. Springfield 1.8 mi 6.3
ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield 2.1 mi 5.9
GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Springfield 2.1 mi 5.9
CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF SPRINGFIELD Springfield 2.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,539

Median Home Value

$158,200

Median Rent

$890/mo

Population

43,159

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

36.8

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
COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant, MO 7.1
HERMANN ELEM. Hermann, MO 7.1
HOLLISTER EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Hollister, MO 7.1
MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence, MO 7.1
NORTH ELEM. Holts Summit, MO 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weller Elem.

What grades does Weller Elem. serve?

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

How many students attend Weller Elem.?

Weller Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Weller Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weller Elem. rank in MO?

Weller Elem. ranks #764 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Weller Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Weller 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 Weller Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weller Elem. has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weller Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Weller Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

83.0% of students at Weller 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.0%
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
#22 of 53

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