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Scotland County Schools & Education

School Score

41/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Midrange Signal

Graduation Rate

84.0%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

84.0%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 91.3%

Per-Pupil Spending

$7,879

National avg $13,239

State avg $6,334

School Score

41/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 43/100

State Score Position

#70

of 115 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Scotland County

Measured School Summary

Scotland County has midrange measured school signals (score: 41/100) with a graduation rate of 84.0%, which warrants review in official state and district records.

Funding Context

At $7,879 per pupil, Scotland County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 6% below the Missouri average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 7.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 24% higher than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Scotland 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

2 public schools and 1 district 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

41/100

Mixed county signal. Ranks #70 of 115 Missouri counties with school score data.

Completion

84.0%

7.3 pts below the state average

Funding context

$7,879

$1,545 above the state average

School coverage

2

1 district represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Scotland County has 2 public schools across 1 district, 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.

Parent decision brief

What Scotland 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.

Small-system county

Scotland County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.

State position

#70

of 115 Missouri counties with school score data. The county score is 2 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.

SCOTLAND CO. R-I

Elementary and high visible

547 students

Elementary 1Middle 0High 1Other 0

2 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

SCOTLAND CO. R-I is the largest listed district slice, with 2 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 Scotland County?

Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?

Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?

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 Scotland 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.

Streamlined Learning in Scotland County

Scotland County maintains a focused educational system with two public schools serving a total of 547 students. A single school district manages the county’s infrastructure, which is divided into one elementary and one high school. This structure provides an average school size of 274 students, ensuring a personalized experience.

One District, One Mission

Scotland County R-I is the sole provider of public education in the county, managing all 547 enrolled students. There are zero charter schools, which allows the community to focus its entire support system on this single district. Residents benefit from a clear, direct relationship with their local school board and administrators.

The Heart of a Rural Community

Both schools in the county are located in rural settings, reflecting the area's peaceful and agrarian character. Scotland Co. Elementary serves 311 students, making it the largest building in the district. This 100% rural landscape offers a stable and traditional environment for students to grow and learn together.

School Overview

Total Schools

2

in Scotland County

Reported Enrollment

547

2 schools reporting

School Districts

1

district

Charter Schools

0

0% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0

1 School District in Scotland County

SCOTLAND CO. R-I

2 schools
547 students enrolled

2 Public Schools in Scotland 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 data

Level

Showing 2 of 2 matching schools

SCOTLAND CO. ELEM.

SCOTLAND CO. R-I

Memphis, 63555 / Rural: Remote

RecordPK–6Primary311 students

SCOTLAND CO. HIGH

SCOTLAND CO. R-I

MEMPHIS, 63555 / Rural: Remote

Record7–12High236 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$7,879

State avg $6,334

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Missouri counties have the highest graduation rates?
Dallas County (97.0%), Dent County (97.0%), and Howell County (97.0%) currently lead Missouri among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Missouri?
Across Missouri counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $6,334. The highest current county values are St. Louis County ($9,027), Chariton County ($8,427), and Holt County ($8,173). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Scotland County?
Scotland County has a school score of 41/100, which is a midrange measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Scotland County?
The high school graduation rate in Scotland County is 84.0%, which is below the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Scotland County spend per student?
Scotland County spends $7,879 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Scotland County, Missouri — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Scotland County, Missouri?

Scotland County maintains a focused educational system with two public schools serving a total of 547 students. A single school district manages the county’s infrastructure, which is divided into one elementary and one high school. This structure provides an average school size of 274 students, ensuring a personalized experience.

What are the major school districts in Scotland County, Missouri?

Scotland County R-I is the sole provider of public education in the county, managing all 547 enrolled students. There are zero charter schools, which allows the community to focus its entire support system on this single district. Residents benefit from a clear, direct relationship with their local school board and administrators.

What is the school experience like in Scotland County?

Both schools in the county are located in rural settings, reflecting the area's peaceful and agrarian character. Scotland Co. Elementary serves 311 students, making it the largest building in the district. This 100% rural landscape offers a stable and traditional environment for students to grow and learn together.

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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

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.