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#180 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 8% in state

White Rock Elem.

Elementary School · MCDONALD CO. R-I

1113 E STATE HWY 90, Pineville, MO 64856

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#180 of 2,221

In district

#3 of 10

MCDONALD CO. R-I

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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White Rock Elem.

8.4/10

Elementary School in Pineville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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6.7/10

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About White Rock Elem.

White Rock Elem. is a public elementary school in Pineville, MO, part of MCDONALD CO. R-I. White Rock Elem. serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio.

White Rock Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for White Rock Elem. show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

White Rock 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,363
Chronic Absenteeism26%

White Rock Elem. — Students at White Rock Elem. score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
72%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
55%
ELA
24.2%
2025
Math
55.2%
ELA
40%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How White Rock Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
92th percentile in MO
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

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

1113 E STATE HWY 90, Pineville, MO 64856

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Rock Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCKY COMFORT ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Rocky Comfort), with a very similar rating. Another option is SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Bentonville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COOPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Bella Vista), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pineville, see our Pineville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PINEVILLE ELEM. Noel 5.4 mi 9.1
PINEVILLE PRIMARY Anderson 7.1 mi 6.7
COOPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bella Vista 8.8 mi 7.9
ANDERSON MIDDLE Anderson 9.4 mi 6.4
MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH Anderson 9.4 mi 5.1
ANDERSON ELEM. Anderson 10.1 mi 4.5
CENTERTON GAMBLE ELEMENTARY Centerton 11.8 mi 7.7
BENTONVILLE WEST HIGH SCHOOL Centerton 12.0 mi 8.5
ROCKY COMFORT ELEM. Rocky Comfort 11.5 mi 8.7
NOEL ELEM. Noel 10.2 mi 6.8
GRAVETTE HIGH SCHOOL Gravette 11.7 mi 6.5
LINCOLN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bentonville 12.3 mi 8.8
ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bentonville 12.7 mi 7.9
ARDIS ANN MIDDLE SCHOOL Bentonville 12.8 mi 8.2
BENTONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bentonville 12.5 mi 5.6
SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bentonville 12.5 mi 8.5
THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEM. SCHOOL Bentonville 12.6 mi 7.8
PEA RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Pea Ridge 11.4 mi 5.9
LIFE WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centerton 13.4 mi 5.7
GRAVETTE HOLINESS BIBLE SCHOOL Gravette 12.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64856 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,148

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$757/mo

Population

4,154

College Educated

10.1%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

38.8

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School Rating
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CAMERON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cameron, MO 8.4
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CHESTERFIELD ELEM. Chesterfield, MO 8.4
CLARK ELEM. St. Louis, MO 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Rock Elem.

What grades does White Rock Elem. serve?

White Rock Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend White Rock Elem.?

White Rock Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Rock Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at White Rock Elem. is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Rock Elem. rank in MO?

White Rock Elem. ranks #180 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is White Rock Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

White Rock Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 White Rock Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Rock Elem. has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is White Rock Elem. a charter school?

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

Is White Rock Elem. a Title I school?

No, White Rock Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

73.4% of students at White Rock 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
McDonald County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.0%

District

MCDONALD CO. R-I
District Enrollment
3,610
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,363
District Rank
#3 of 10

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