MARIES CO. R-I

Located at 300 Fourth Street in Vienna, Missouri, the Maries County R-I School District serves as a cornerstone of public education within its rural remote community. Operating as an active, traditional public school district independent of charter or supervisory union networks, Maries Co. R-I delivers a comprehensive academic continuum spanning pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Across its three operational schools, the district offers an inclusive educational pathway designed to nurture young learners through their early childhood development, elementary studies, and secondary education as they prepare for post-secondary opportunities.

For the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates a close-knit student body of 440 students, reflecting a balanced enrollment of 210 female and 230 male learners across all grade levels. To support this student population, Maries Co. R-I maintains a robust workforce totaling 129 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes nearly 77 FTE classroom teachers, 8 FTE instructional aides, and over 44 FTE support staff professionals. This substantial staffing structure underlines the district’s dedication to providing small class sizes, individualized instructional support, and a supportive, well-maintained environment for students, families, and educational researchers alike.