Linn County Schools & Education
Linn County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
42/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
89.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,951
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
42/100
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
#64
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Linn County
School Verdict
Linn County performs at an average level with a school score of 42/100 and a solid graduation rate of 89.3%.
Funding Context
At $6,951 per pupil, Linn County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Linn County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 3% below the Missouri average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 10% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Linn County, Missouri
Traditional Education in Rural Linn County
Linn County serves 2,067 students through a network of 13 public schools, including six high schools and five elementary schools. Five separate school districts manage this dispersed educational infrastructure.
Solid Performance with Strong Financial Support
The county's school score of 53.1 sits slightly above the state average of 52.8. While the 89.3% graduation rate is just below the state average, the county invests $6,951 per pupil, which is higher than the Missouri average of $6,334.
Brookfield R-III Leads the Region
Brookfield R-III is the largest district in the county, enrolling 877 students across four schools. There are no charter schools in the county, ensuring a stable and traditional public school environment for all residents.
Small, Intimate Rural Learning Environments
Every one of the 13 schools in Linn County is classified as rural, creating a consistent and close-knit community feel. With an average school size of just 172 students, even the largest school, Brookfield Elementary, only hosts 364 students.
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If you value small class sizes and a rural lifestyle, Linn County offers an intimate educational setting. Explore local real estate to find a home within these high-investment, community-focused school districts.
School Overview
Total Schools
13
in Linn County
Total Enrollment
2,067
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 Linn County
BROOKFIELD R-III
MARCELINE R-V
MEADVILLE R-IV
LINN CO. R-I
BUCKLIN R-II
13 Public Schools in Linn County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD ELEM. | BROOKFIELD R-III | PK–4 | Primary | 364 |
| WALT DISNEY ELEM. | MARCELINE R-V | PK–5 | Primary | 319 |
| BROOKFIELD HIGH | BROOKFIELD R-III | 9–12 | High | 273 |
| BROOKFIELD MIDDLE | BROOKFIELD R-III | 5–8 | Middle | 240 |
| MARCELINE HIGH | MARCELINE R-V | 9–12 | High | 204 |
| MARCELINE MIDDLE | MARCELINE R-V | 6–8 | Middle | 135 |
| MEADVILLE ELEM. | MEADVILLE R-IV | KG–6 | Primary | 117 |
| MEADVILLE HIGH | MEADVILLE R-IV | 7–12 | High | 111 |
| LINN CO. HIGH | LINN CO. R-I | 6–12 | High | 103 |
| LINN CO. ELEM. | LINN CO. R-I | PK–5 | Primary | 87 |
| BUCKLIN ELEM. | BUCKLIN R-II | PK–5 | Primary | 57 |
| BUCKLIN HIGH | BUCKLIN R-II | 6–12 | High | 57 |
| LINN CO AREA CAREER TECH CTR | BROOKFIELD R-III | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,951
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Linn County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Linn County, Missouri?
Linn County serves 2,067 students through a network of 13 public schools, including six high schools and five elementary schools. Five separate school districts manage this dispersed educational infrastructure.
How do schools in Linn County perform academically?
The county's school score of 53.1 sits slightly above the state average of 52.8. While the 89.3% graduation rate is just below the state average, the county invests $6,951 per pupil, which is higher than the Missouri average of $6,334.
What are the major school districts in Linn County, Missouri?
Brookfield R-III is the largest district in the county, enrolling 877 students across four schools. There are no charter schools in the county, ensuring a stable and traditional public school environment for all residents.
What is the school experience like in Linn County?
Every one of the 13 schools in Linn County is classified as rural, creating a consistent and close-knit community feel. With an average school size of just 172 students, even the largest school, Brookfield Elementary, only hosts 364 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Linn County, Missouri?
If you value small class sizes and a rural lifestyle, Linn County offers an intimate educational setting. Explore local real estate to find a home within these high-investment, community-focused school districts.
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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.