Very Good
#537 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 24% in state
Wilder Elem.
Elementary School · MANSFIELD R-IV
414 W OHIO ST, Mansfield, MO 65704
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#537 of 2,221
In Mansfield
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
MANSFIELD R-IV
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Wilder Elem.
Wilder Elem. is a public elementary school in Mansfield, MO, part of MANSFIELD R-IV. Wilder Elem. serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilder Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #537 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Wilder Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Wilder 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
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Wilder Elem. — Students at Wilder Elem. score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Wilder Elem. Compares
See how Wilder Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
414 W OHIO ST, Mansfield, MO 65704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilder Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORWOOD ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Norwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEYMOUR ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Seymour), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SKYLINE ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Norwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mansfield, see our Mansfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MANSFIELD HIGH Mansfield | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| MANSFIELD JR. HIGH Mansfield | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| MT ZION BIBLE SCHOOL Ava | 7.9 mi | — |
| OZARK MENNONITE SCHOOL Seymour | 7.4 mi | 4.0 |
| OAK RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour | 8.7 mi | — |
| HARTVILLE ELEM. Hartville | 10.5 mi | 4.0 |
| HARTVILLE HIGH Hartville | 10.5 mi | 7.0 |
| NORWOOD ELEM. Norwood | 9.3 mi | 9.1 |
| NORWOOD HIGH Norwood | 9.3 mi | 8.5 |
| AVA ELEM. Ava | 11.3 mi | 3.6 |
| WOODS FORK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour | 10.8 mi | 2.7 |
| AVA HIGH Ava | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| AVA MIDDLE Ava | 11.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SEYMOUR HIGH Seymour | 10.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SEYMOUR ELEM. Seymour | 10.0 mi | 8.1 |
| SEYMOUR MIDDLE Seymour | 10.0 mi | 7.1 |
| VICTORY ACADEMY Seymour | 10.5 mi | 7.3 |
| DEER CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour | 11.1 mi | 2.5 |
| NATION AMISH SCHOOL Marshfield | 12.2 mi | 2.3 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Norwood | 12.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,113
Median Home Value
$197,000
Median Rent
$461/mo
Population
4,587
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant, MO | 7.5 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton, MO | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton, MO | 7.5 |
| PUXICO ELEM. Puxico, MO | 7.5 |
| ADRIAN ELEM. Adrian, MO | 7.4 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilder Elem.
What grades does Wilder Elem. serve?
Wilder Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wilder Elem.?
Wilder Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilder Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilder Elem. is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilder Elem. rank in MO?
Wilder Elem. ranks #537 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Wilder Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Wilder Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Wilder Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilder Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wilder Elem. a charter school?
No, Wilder Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilder Elem. a Title I school?
No, Wilder Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilder Elem.?
65.7% of students at Wilder 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Wright County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.8%
- Phone
- (417) 924-3289
Resources & Links
District
MANSFIELD R-IV- District Enrollment
- 599
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,963
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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