Excellent
#228 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 10% in state
Worth Co. Elementary
Elementary School · WORTH CO. R-III
510 EAST AVENUE, Grant City, MO 64456
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#228 of 2,221
In Grant City
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
WORTH CO. R-III
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Worth Co. Elementary
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About Worth Co. Elementary
Worth Co. Elementary is a public elementary school in Grant City, MO, part of WORTH CO. R-III.
Worth Co. Elementary serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Worth Co.
Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Worth Co. Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, Worth Co. Elementary 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.
Worth Co. Elementary 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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Worth Co. Elementary — Students at Worth Co. Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Worth Co. Elementary Compares
See how Worth Co. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
510 EAST AVENUE, Grant City, MO 64456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Worth Co. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STANBERRY ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Stanberry), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mount Ayr Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Ayr), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bedford Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Bedford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Grant City, see our Grant City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WORTH CO. HIGH Grant City | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ALBANY HIGH Albany | 16.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ALBANY MIDDLE Albany | 16.6 mi | 9.5 |
| VIRGINIA E. GEORGE ELEM. Albany | 16.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Mount Ayr Elementary Mount Ayr | 18.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Mount Ayr High School Mount Ayr | 18.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Northeast Nodaway Elementary Ravenwood | 16.6 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHEAST NODAWAY HIGH Ravenwood | 16.6 mi | 6.1 |
| STANBERRY HIGH Stanberry | 19.6 mi | 7.0 |
| STANBERRY ELEM. Stanberry | 19.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Diagonal Junior-Senior High School Diagonal | 22.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Diagonal Elementary School Diagonal | 22.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Conception Jct | 21.5 mi | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH Conception Jct | 21.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Bedford High School Bedford | 21.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Bedford Elementary School Bedford | 21.0 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTH NODAWAY JR.-SR. HIGH Hopkins | 21.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lenox Elementary School Lenox | 28.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Lenox High School Lenox | 28.2 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTH HARRISON ELEM. Eagleville | 22.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,293
Median Home Value
$90,600
Median Rent
$362/mo
Population
1,396
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DORA ELEM. Dora, MO | 8.3 |
| FAIR PLAY ELEM. Fair Play, MO | 8.3 |
| HERMITAGE ELEM. Hermitage, MO | 8.3 |
| HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. West Plains, MO | 8.3 |
| KELSO ELEM. Benton, MO | 8.3 |
| PEMISCOT CO. R-III ELEM. Caruthersville, MO | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Worth Co. Elementary
What grades does Worth Co. Elementary serve?
Worth Co. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Worth Co. Elementary?
Worth Co. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Worth Co. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Worth Co. Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Worth Co. Elementary rank in MO?
Worth Co. Elementary ranks #228 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Worth Co. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Worth Co. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Worth Co. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Worth Co. Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Worth Co. Elementary a charter school?
No, Worth Co. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Worth Co. Elementary a Title I school?
No, Worth Co. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Worth Co. Elementary?
50.6% of students at Worth Co. Elementary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 158
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Worth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.4%
- Phone
- (660) 564-3320
Resources & Links
District
WORTH CO. R-III- District Enrollment
- 274
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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