Very Good
#552 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 25% in state
Wm. R. Cappel Elem.
Elementary School · TROY R-III
121 HAMPEL RD, Moscow Mills, MO 63362
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#552 of 2,221
In Moscow Mills
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
TROY R-III
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Wm. R. Cappel Elem.
Elementary School in Moscow Mills · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wm. R. Cappel Elem.
Wm. R. Cappel Elem. is a public elementary school in Moscow Mills, MO, part of TROY R-III.
Wm. R. Cappel Elem. serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Wm. R. Cappel Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Wm. R. Cappel Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Wm. R. Cappel Elem. — Students at Wm. R. Cappel Elem. score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 8.7/10.
How Wm. R. Cappel Elem. Compares
See how Wm. R. Cappel 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
121 HAMPEL RD, Moscow Mills, MO 63362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wm. R. Cappel Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLINT HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Wentzville), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEINE RIDGE ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Wentzville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moscow Mills, see our Moscow Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TROY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow Mills | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-TROY Troy | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LINCOLN CO EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Troy | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
| TROY BUCHANAN HIGH Troy | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CUIVRE PARK ELEMENTARY Troy | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| TROY HOLINESS SCHOOL Troy | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| TROY MIDDLE Troy | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MAIN STREET ELEM. Troy | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Troy | 4.8 mi | 8.8 |
| CAMP AVERY PARK CAMP Troy | 5.8 mi | — |
| BOONE ELEM. Troy | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST THEODORE SCHOOL Wentzville | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PEINE RIDGE ELEM. Wentzville | 7.2 mi | 8.3 |
| NORTH POINT HIGH SCHOOL Wentzville | 7.5 mi | 4.6 |
| North Point Middle School Wentzville | 7.6 mi | 4.3 |
| WABASH ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 7.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WRIGHT CITY EAST ELEM Foristell | 7.8 mi | 6.6 |
| FLINT HILL ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 7.7 mi | 9.0 |
| EMIL E. HOLT SR. HIGH Wentzville | 9.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,300
Median Home Value
$225,000
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
9,247
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUDER ELEM. St. Ann, MO | 7.5 |
| HENRY ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 7.5 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton, MO | 7.5 |
| MORGAN CO. ELEM. Versailles, MO | 7.5 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood, MO | 7.5 |
| MURPHY ELEM. High Ridge, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wm. R. Cappel Elem.
What grades does Wm. R. Cappel Elem. serve?
Wm. R. Cappel Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wm. R. Cappel Elem.?
Wm. R. Cappel Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wm. R. Cappel Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Wm. R. Cappel Elem. is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wm. R. Cappel Elem. rank in MO?
Wm. R. Cappel Elem. ranks #552 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Wm. R. Cappel Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Wm. R. Cappel 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 Wm. R. Cappel Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wm. R. Cappel Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wm. R. Cappel Elem. a charter school?
No, Wm. R. Cappel Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wm. R. Cappel Elem. a Title I school?
No, Wm. R. Cappel Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wm. R. Cappel Elem.?
33.2% of students at Wm. R. Cappel 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
- 612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (636) 356-4246
Resources & Links
District
TROY R-III- District Enrollment
- 6,955
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,811
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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