Carroll County Schools & Education
Carroll County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
49/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
88.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,775
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
49/100
Higher = better
State avg 43/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#37
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Carroll County
School Verdict
Carroll County performs at an average level with a school score of 49/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.1%.
Funding Context
At $7,775 per pupil, Carroll County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Carroll County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 14% above the Missouri average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 3.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 23% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Carroll County, Missouri
A Rural Network of Five School Districts
Carroll County operates 12 public schools serving a total of 1,329 students across five unique districts. The infrastructure includes five elementary schools, one middle school, and six high schools to support the community's youth. This spread ensures local access to education across the county's various rural townships.
Steady Performance with Higher Local Investment
The county's 88.1% graduation rate surpasses the national average of 87% but falls short of the Missouri state average. Carroll County spends $7,775 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the state average of $6,334 but below the national benchmark of $13,000. Its composite school score of 54.2 remains slightly above the state average of 52.8.
Carrollton R-VII Leads the County
Carrollton R-VII is the largest district by far, managing four schools and 855 students, or over 60% of the county's total enrollment. Smaller districts like Bosworth R-V and Hale R-I provide intimate learning environments with fewer than 110 students each. There are currently no charter schools operating within the county.
Intimate Classrooms in a Rural Setting
With an average school size of just 121 students, Carroll County offers highly personalized instruction. The 12 schools are split between rural and town locales, with Carrollton Elementary being the largest at 342 students. Tina-Avalon Elementary represents the smaller end of the spectrum with just 85 students.
Root Your Family in a Tight-Knit Community
Families seeking small class sizes and a rural lifestyle will find Carroll County's schools an attractive draw. Consider exploring homes near the Carrollton R-VII district to be close to the county's primary educational hub. School quality remains a stable foundation for property values in this region.
School Overview
Total Schools
12
in Carroll County
Total Enrollment
1,329
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Carroll County
CARROLLTON R-VII
NORBORNE R-VIII
TINA-AVALON R-II
HALE R-I
BOSWORTH R-V
12 Public Schools in Carroll County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARROLLTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | CARROLLTON R-VII | PK–4 | Primary | 342 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL | CARROLLTON R-VII | 5–8 | Middle | 270 |
| CARROLLTON SENIOR HIGH | CARROLLTON R-VII | 9–12 | High | 243 |
| NORBORNE ELEM. | NORBORNE R-VIII | PK–5 | Primary | 88 |
| TINA-AVALON ELEM. | TINA-AVALON R-II | PK–6 | Primary | 85 |
| NORBORNE HIGH | NORBORNE R-VIII | 6–12 | High | 80 |
| HALE HIGH | HALE R-I | 6–12 | High | 67 |
| TINA-AVALON HIGH | TINA-AVALON R-II | 7–12 | High | 64 |
| HALE ELEM. | HALE R-I | PK–5 | Primary | 42 |
| BOSWORTH ELEM. | BOSWORTH R-V | PK–6 | Primary | 32 |
| BOSWORTH HIGH | BOSWORTH R-V | 7–12 | High | 16 |
| CARROLLTON AREA CAREER CENTER | CARROLLTON R-VII | 10–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,775
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Carroll County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Carroll County, Missouri?
Carroll County operates 12 public schools serving a total of 1,329 students across five unique districts. The infrastructure includes five elementary schools, one middle school, and six high schools to support the community's youth. This spread ensures local access to education across the county's various rural townships.
How do schools in Carroll County perform academically?
The county's 88.1% graduation rate surpasses the national average of 87% but falls short of the Missouri state average. Carroll County spends $7,775 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the state average of $6,334 but below the national benchmark of $13,000. Its composite school score of 54.2 remains slightly above the state average of 52.8.
What are the major school districts in Carroll County, Missouri?
Carrollton R-VII is the largest district by far, managing four schools and 855 students, or over 60% of the county's total enrollment. Smaller districts like Bosworth R-V and Hale R-I provide intimate learning environments with fewer than 110 students each. There are currently no charter schools operating within the county.
What is the school experience like in Carroll County?
With an average school size of just 121 students, Carroll County offers highly personalized instruction. The 12 schools are split between rural and town locales, with Carrollton Elementary being the largest at 342 students. Tina-Avalon Elementary represents the smaller end of the spectrum with just 85 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Carroll County, Missouri?
Families seeking small class sizes and a rural lifestyle will find Carroll County's schools an attractive draw. Consider exploring homes near the Carrollton R-VII district to be close to the county's primary educational hub. School quality remains a stable foundation for property values in this region.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.