Serving 303 students in grades 3-5, Mount Vernon Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MT. VERNON INTERMEDIATE serves the entire district in Mount Vernon, MO, covering approximately 137.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Vernon Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Vernon Intermediate's student population of 303 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
It's A Great Day To Be A Mt'Neer!
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Intermediate is 0.20, 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
#650 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Intermediate's ranking?
Mount Vernon Intermediate is ranked #650 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Intermediate?
303 students attend Mount Vernon Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mount Vernon Intermediate students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Intermediate?
Mount Vernon Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Intermediate offer ?
Mount Vernon Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Vernon Intermediate part of?
Mount Vernon Intermediate is part of MT. Vernon R-V School District.
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