Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Miller Co. Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miller Co. Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Tuscumbia, MO, encompassing approximately 76.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 9.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller Co. Elementary School's student population of 125 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Miller Co. Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miller Co. Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1725 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
White
100%
67%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Co. Elementary School's ranking?
Miller Co. Elementary School is ranked #1725 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Miller Co. Elementary School?
125 students attend Miller Co. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Miller Co. Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Co. Elementary School?
Miller Co. Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Miller Co. Elementary School offer ?
Miller Co. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Co. Elementary School part of?
Miller Co. Elementary School is part of Miller County R-III School District.
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