Iron County Schools & Education
Iron County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
53/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
94.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
94.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,347
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
53/100
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
#31
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Iron County
School Verdict
Iron County performs at an average level with a school score of 53/100 and a solid graduation rate of 94.1%.
Funding Context
At $6,347 per pupil, Iron County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Iron County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 22% above the Missouri average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Iron County, Missouri
Structured Learning in the Arcadia Valley
Iron County provides public education to 1,731 students through nine schools managed by four school districts. The county features four elementary campuses, four high schools, and one middle school.
Strong Outcomes Matching State Standards
The county's graduation rate of 94.1% is notably higher than both the state and national averages. Iron County spends $6,347 per pupil, almost exactly matching the Missouri state average of $6,334.
Arcadia Valley R-II Leads the Way
Arcadia Valley R-II is the county's largest district, serving 1,006 students across four schools. There are no charter schools in Iron County, ensuring that local public districts remain the bedrock of the community.
Rural Roots and Community Schools
With six rural and three town-based schools, the county maintains an average enrollment of 216 students per campus. Arcadia Valley Elementary is the largest school with 397 students, while several high schools offer smaller, more focused environments.
Find Your Future in Iron County
Iron County combines high graduation rates with a stable, well-funded school system. Families moving to the Arcadia Valley area will find a supportive community and schools that consistently outperform national standards.
School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Iron County
Total Enrollment
1,731
students
School Districts
4
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
4 School Districts in Iron County
ARCADIA VALLEY R-II
IRON CO. C-4
SOUTH IRON CO. R-I
BELLEVIEW R-III
9 Public Schools in Iron County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. | ARCADIA VALLEY R-II | PK–4 | Primary | 397 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY HIGH | ARCADIA VALLEY R-II | 9–12 | High | 343 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY MIDDLE | ARCADIA VALLEY R-II | 5–8 | Middle | 266 |
| Viburnum High | IRON CO. C-4 | 6–12 | High | 191 |
| SOUTH IRON HIGH | SOUTH IRON CO. R-I | 7–12 | High | 164 |
| Viburnum Elementary | IRON CO. C-4 | PK–5 | Primary | 147 |
| SOUTH IRON ELEM. | SOUTH IRON CO. R-I | PK–6 | Primary | 130 |
| BELLEVIEW ELEM. | BELLEVIEW R-III | PK–8 | Primary | 93 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY CAREER TECH CTR | ARCADIA VALLEY R-II | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,347
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the graduation rate in Iron County?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Iron County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Iron County, Missouri?
Iron County provides public education to 1,731 students through nine schools managed by four school districts. The county features four elementary campuses, four high schools, and one middle school.
How do schools in Iron County perform academically?
The county's graduation rate of 94.1% is notably higher than both the state and national averages. Iron County spends $6,347 per pupil, almost exactly matching the Missouri state average of $6,334.
What are the major school districts in Iron County, Missouri?
Arcadia Valley R-II is the county's largest district, serving 1,006 students across four schools. There are no charter schools in Iron County, ensuring that local public districts remain the bedrock of the community.
What is the school experience like in Iron County?
With six rural and three town-based schools, the county maintains an average enrollment of 216 students per campus. Arcadia Valley Elementary is the largest school with 397 students, while several high schools offer smaller, more focused environments.
How can I find homes near good schools in Iron County, Missouri?
Iron County combines high graduation rates with a stable, well-funded school system. Families moving to the Arcadia Valley area will find a supportive community and schools that consistently outperform national standards.
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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.