PETTIS CO. R-XII

Located at 22675 Depot Road in Sedalia, Missouri, the Pettis County R-XII School District serves as an active, traditional public school system grounded in a distant rural community setting. Operating out of a single instructional facility, the district caters exclusively to elementary and middle school grades, spanning from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Designed to foster a close-knit, community-oriented learning environment, Pettis County R-XII focuses on delivering foundational early childhood education and comprehensive middle-level academics to prepare young scholars for their eventual transition to secondary high school programs.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district enrolled a total of 110 students, maintaining a balanced demographic profile of 56 male and 54 female learners. The student population includes 77 White, 26 Hispanic, and 7 Black students across its PK–8 grade levels. To support this student body, the district benefits from a remarkably low student-to-staff ratio, anchored by a total staff of 53 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. This dedicated workforce features over 32 FTE certified teachers, 5 instructional aides, and nearly 16 support staff members, ensuring highly individualized attention and strong academic guidance. Families, prospective students, and educational researchers can learn more by visiting the district’s official website at www.pettisr12.k12.mo.us or by contacting the main office at (660) 826-5385.