Callaway County Schools & Education
Callaway County, Missouri
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
37/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
91.7%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.7%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,851
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
37/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 43/100
State Score Position
#83
of 115 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Callaway County
Measured School Summary
Despite a lower school score of 37/100, Callaway County maintains a strong graduation rate of 91.7%, suggesting effective student support systems.
Funding Context
At $5,851 per pupil, Callaway County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 14% below the Missouri average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 8% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Callaway County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
25 public schools and 5 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
37/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #83 of 115 Missouri counties with school score data.
Completion
91.7%
0.4 pts above the state average
Funding context
$5,851
$483 below the state average
School coverage
25
5 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Callaway County has 25 public schools across 5 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Callaway County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Review-carefully county
Callaway County has a lower measured county-level school signal. Use the school table to look for specific districts or grade bands that may differ from the county average.
State position
#83
of 115 Missouri counties with school score data. The county score is 6 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
FULTON 58
Elementary to high school visible
2,246 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I
Elementary to high school visible
1,013 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II
Elementary to high school visible
752 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
NEW BLOOMFIELD R-III
Elementary and high visible
665 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
FULTON 58 is the largest listed district slice, with 6 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Callaway County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Callaway County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Callaway County, Missouri
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Versatile Education Network
Callaway County supports 5,380 students through 25 public schools and five school districts. The county features 11 elementary schools, nine high schools, and multiple specialized centers for alternative and special education.
Solid Performance with Efficient Spending
The county's 91.7% graduation rate slightly exceeds the Missouri state average of 91.3%. This is achieved with an efficient per-pupil spend of $5,851, which is roughly $500 less than the state average per student.
Fulton 58 Leads Local Districts
The Fulton 58 district is the area's largest, managing six schools and 2,246 students. Fulton Senior High stands as the biggest campus with 678 students, while North Callaway County R-I also serves a significant population of 1,013 learners.
A Diverse Mix of School Settings
Callaway offers a unique geographic mix with 12 rural schools, 12 town-based schools, and one suburban campus. The average school size is 245 students, providing a mid-sized learning environment that balances community feel with diverse resources.
School Overview
Total Schools
25
in Callaway County
Reported Enrollment
5,380
25 schools reporting
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
5 School Districts in Callaway County
FULTON 58
NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I
SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II
NEW BLOOMFIELD R-III
MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
25 Public Schools in Callaway County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 25 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FULTON SR. HIGH | Record | FULTON 58 | FULTON, 65251Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 678 |
| FULTON MIDDLE | Record | FULTON 58 | FULTON, 65251Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 498 |
| NORTH ELEM. | Record | JEFFERSON CITY | HOLTS SUMMIT, 65043Suburb: Small | KG–5 | Primary | 395 |
| BUSH ELEM. | Record | FULTON 58 | FULTON, 65251Town: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 370 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH | Record | NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I | KINGDOM CITY, 65262Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 364 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. | Record | FULTON 58 | FULTON, 65251Town: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 363 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. | Record | NEW BLOOMFIELD R-III | NEW BLOOMFIELD, 65063Rural: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 358 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH | Record | NEW BLOOMFIELD R-III | NEW BLOOMFIELD, 65063Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 307 |
| HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. | Record | NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I | KINGDOM CITY, 65262Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 248 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY HIGH | Record | SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II | MOKANE, 65059Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 248 |
| CALLAWAY HILLS ELEM. | Record | JEFFERSON CITY | HOLTS SUMMIT, 65043Rural: Fringe | KG–5 | Primary | 241 |
| BARTLEY ELEM. | Record | FULTON 58 | FULTON, 65251Town: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 237 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I | AUXVASSE, 65231Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 234 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE | Record | SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II | MOKANE, 65059Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 176 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY ELEM. | Record | SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II | MOKANE, 65059Rural: Distant | 3–5 | Primary | 173 |
| WILLIAMSBURG ELEM. | Record | NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I | WILLIAMSBURG, 63388Rural: Remote | KG–5 | Primary | 167 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 | Record | SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II | Mokane, 65059Rural: Distant | PK–2 | Primary | 155 |
| FULTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR | Record | FULTON 58 | FULTON, 65251Town: Distant | PK | Other | 100 |
| FULTON TREATMENT CTR. | Record | DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE | FULTON, 65251Rural: Fringe | 6–12 | High | 27 |
| WHEELER HIGH | Record | MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | FULTON, 65251Town: Distant | 9–12 | Special Education | 16 |
NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH
NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I
KINGDOM CITY, 65262 / Rural: Distant
NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM.
NEW BLOOMFIELD R-III
NEW BLOOMFIELD, 65063 / Rural: Fringe
NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH
NEW BLOOMFIELD R-III
NEW BLOOMFIELD, 65063 / Rural: Fringe
HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM.
NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I
KINGDOM CITY, 65262 / Rural: Distant
NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL
NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I
AUXVASSE, 65231 / Rural: Distant
SOUTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE
SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II
MOKANE, 65059 / Rural: Distant
SOUTH CALLAWAY ELEM.
SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II
MOKANE, 65059 / Rural: Distant
WILLIAMSBURG ELEM.
NORTH CALLAWAY CO. R-I
WILLIAMSBURG, 63388 / Rural: Remote
SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02
SOUTH CALLAWAY CO. R-II
Mokane, 65059 / Rural: Distant
FULTON TREATMENT CTR.
DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
FULTON, 65251 / Rural: Fringe
WHEELER HIGH
MO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
FULTON, 65251 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,851
State avg $6,334
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Schools in Callaway County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Callaway County, Missouri?
Callaway County supports 5,380 students through 25 public schools and five school districts. The county features 11 elementary schools, nine high schools, and multiple specialized centers for alternative and special education.
How do schools in Callaway County perform academically?
The county's 91.7% graduation rate slightly exceeds the Missouri state average of 91.3%. This is achieved with an efficient per-pupil spend of $5,851, which is roughly $500 less than the state average per student.
What are the major school districts in Callaway County, Missouri?
The Fulton 58 district is the area's largest, managing six schools and 2,246 students. Fulton Senior High stands as the biggest campus with 678 students, while North Callaway County R-I also serves a significant population of 1,013 learners.
What is the school experience like in Callaway County?
Callaway offers a unique geographic mix with 12 rural schools, 12 town-based schools, and one suburban campus. The average school size is 245 students, providing a mid-sized learning environment that balances community feel with diverse resources.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.