- TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER — Grades PK–K · 403 students
- ROOSEVELT ELEM. — Grades 1–4 · 387 students
- WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. — Grades 1–4 · 363 students
- JEFFERSON ELEM. — Grades 1–4 · 343 students
- FARMINGTON MIDDLE — Grades 7–8 · 557 students
- LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE — Grades 5–6 · 521 students
- FARMINGTON SR. HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,354 students
- JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. — Grades K–12 · 9 students
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| Metric | Farmington R-VII School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 8 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,800/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Near average |
About Farmington R-VII School District
Farmington R-VII School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 63640 in Farmington, Missouri. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 63640. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Farmington R-VII School District runs approximately $11,800 annually, placing it 7% above the Missouri state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Farmington R-VII School District is a mid-sized district with 8 schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Farmington R-VII School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Missouri public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Missouri is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Farmington R-VII School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Missouri. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 63640
Children in zip code 63640 are assigned to Farmington R-VII School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 63640, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Farmington R-VII School District at (573)701-1300 or visit www.farmington.k12.mo.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Missouri districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Farmington
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Farmington R-VII School District serves zip code 63640, homes in and around zip code 63640 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Missouri, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Farmington R-VII School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 63640.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Farmington R-VII School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 63640 data.