FAIR PLAY ELEM., an elementary public school serving grades K–6 in FAIR PLAY, Missouri, with 212 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.
📖 Academic Overview & Key Context
Located in FAIR PLAY, Missouri, FAIR PLAY ELEM. is a regular public school serving students from grades K–6. The school operates within the FAIR PLAY R-II in Polk County. With a current reported enrollment of 212 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.
In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, FAIR PLAY ELEM. maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 15.7 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.
Reflecting the multicultural fabric of FAIR PLAY, the student body at FAIR PLAY ELEM. represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (92.9%), Two or more races (4.2%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.
Through federal and state educational initiatives, FAIR PLAY ELEM. participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 212 students (100%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.
White
92.9%
197 enrolled students
Two or more races
4.2%
9 enrolled students
Hispanic
1.4%
3 enrolled students
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.9%
2 enrolled students
Black / African American
0.5%
1 enrolled students
Asian
0%
0 enrolled students
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%
0 enrolled students
⚧ Gender Distribution
Total 212
👦 Male 49.1% (104)
👧 Female 50.9% (108)
🥗 Economic Diversity
100%
212 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch
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Address
301 N WALNUT, FAIR PLAY, MO 65649
Phone
(417) 654-2233
School district
FAIR PLAY R-II
County
Polk County
Grades
K–6
Students
212 students
Student–teacher ratio
13.5:1
Full-time teachers
15.7
Community type
Rural: Distant
Level
Elementary
Type
Public
Virtual
Not virtual
Coordinates
37.63440, -93.57709
NCES school ID
291173000430
School year
2024-2025
Source
NCES
📍 Location
Address and how to get there
301 N WALNUT
FAIR PLAY, MO 65649 Polk County
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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What grades are taught at FAIR PLAY ELEM.?
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FAIR PLAY ELEM. serves students in grades K–6. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Missouri state educational standards.
How many students attend FAIR PLAY ELEM.?
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According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, FAIR PLAY ELEM. has a total reported enrollment of 212 students.
What is the student-to-teacher ratio at FAIR PLAY ELEM.?
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The student-teacher ratio at FAIR PLAY ELEM. is 13.5:1, supported by approximately 15.7 full-time equivalent certified teachers.
Is FAIR PLAY ELEM. a public or private school?
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FAIR PLAY ELEM. is a traditional public school located in FAIR PLAY, Missouri under the administration of the FAIR PLAY R-II.
Does FAIR PLAY ELEM. participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs?
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Yes, approximately 212 students (100%) at FAIR PLAY ELEM. are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.
Where is FAIR PLAY ELEM. located?
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FAIR PLAY ELEM. is located at 301 N WALNUT, FAIR PLAY, MO 65649. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (417) 654-2233 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.
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