Maries County Schools & Education
Maries County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
47/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,588
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
47/100
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
#44
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Maries County
School Verdict
Maries County performs at an average level with a school score of 47/100 and a solid graduation rate of 95.0%.
Funding Context
At $5,588 per pupil, Maries County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Maries County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 9% above the Missouri average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 12% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Maries County, Missouri
Efficient Education Across Two Rural Districts
Maries County provides a focused educational landscape with 5 public schools serving 966 students. Two districts, Maries Co. R-I and R-II, oversee these elementary, middle, and high school facilities.
Exceptional Graduation Rates with Lean Spending
Maries County achieves an elite 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding both state and national averages. This high performance comes despite a per-pupil expenditure of $5,588, which is lower than the Missouri average of $6,334.
Dual Districts Serve Rural Communities
Maries Co. R-II is the larger of the two districts, with 730 students across three schools. The county operates without any charter schools, maintaining a 100% traditional public school enrollment.
An Entirely Rural School Experience
All five schools in Maries County are classified as rural, reflecting the county's quiet, open character. The schools are small and personal, with an average size of 193 students and no school exceeding 275 students.
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Maries County is a premier choice for families who want the peace of rural living combined with high academic success. Explore properties in the Vienna or Belle areas to find a home in these top-performing districts.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Maries County
Total Enrollment
966
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Maries County
MARIES CO. R-II
MARIES CO. R-I
5 Public Schools in Maries County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BELLE ELEM. | MARIES CO. R-II | PK–4 | Primary | 275 |
| BELLE HIGH | MARIES CO. R-II | 9–12 | High | 245 |
| VIENNA ELEM. | MARIES CO. R-I | PK–5 | Primary | 186 |
| VIENNA HIGH | MARIES CO. R-I | 9–12 | High | 167 |
| VIENNA MIDDLE | MARIES CO. R-I | 6–8 | Middle | 93 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,588
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Maries County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Maries County, Missouri?
Maries County provides a focused educational landscape with 5 public schools serving 966 students. Two districts, Maries Co. R-I and R-II, oversee these elementary, middle, and high school facilities.
How do schools in Maries County perform academically?
Maries County achieves an elite 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding both state and national averages. This high performance comes despite a per-pupil expenditure of $5,588, which is lower than the Missouri average of $6,334.
What are the major school districts in Maries County, Missouri?
Maries Co. R-II is the larger of the two districts, with 730 students across three schools. The county operates without any charter schools, maintaining a 100% traditional public school enrollment.
What is the school experience like in Maries County?
All five schools in Maries County are classified as rural, reflecting the county's quiet, open character. The schools are small and personal, with an average size of 193 students and no school exceeding 275 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Maries County, Missouri?
Maries County is a premier choice for families who want the peace of rural living combined with high academic success. Explore properties in the Vienna or Belle areas to find a home in these top-performing 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.