MALLORY ELEM.

DALLAS CO. R-I
315 S HICKORY
BUFFALO, MO 65622
599 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
Mallory Elementary School, located in Buffalo, Missouri, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Dallas County R-I School District. As indicated by its web address, the school operates under the mascot of the "Bison," fostering a community-focused environment dedicated to the academic and social growth of its elementary-aged students. The school is centrally located in Buffalo, serving as a primary hub for local families and emphasizing a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best.

The school is committed to providing a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with Missouri state standards while promoting the district’s "Bison Pride" values. Beyond core classroom instruction, Mallory Elementary focuses on developing well-rounded individuals by creating opportunities for student engagement and collaborative learning. By maintaining a strong connection with the local community, the school works to ensure that students feel a sense of belonging and preparation for their eventual transition to middle school and beyond.
599
Total Students
46.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    545 (91.0%)
  • Two or More
    27 (4.5%)
  • Hispanic
    22 (3.7%)
  • Black
    3 (0.5%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: DALLAS CO. R-I
Phone: (417)345-2350
Website: http://www.bisonpride.us
Grade Range: K - 4th
Total Students: 599
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 46.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 328
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 52

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 116
Grade 1 124
Grade 2 108
Grade 3 121
Grade 4 130
Gender Ratio
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