- O'NEAL ELEM. — Grades 1–3 · 344 students
- POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. — Grades K–K · 333 students
- OAK GROVE ELEM. — Grades 1–3 · 317 students
- POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C — Grades PK–PK · 295 students
- EUGENE FIELD ELEM. — Grades 1–3 · 227 students
- POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH — Grades 7–8 · 735 students
- POPLAR BLUFF HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,416 students
- POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 4–6 · 932 students
- LAKE ROAD ELEM. — Grades 1–6 · 300 students
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| Metric | Poplar Bluff R-I School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 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 | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Poplar Bluff R-I School District
Zip code 63901 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri is served by Poplar Bluff R-I School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Poplar Bluff R-I School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Poplar Bluff R-I 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
Poplar Bluff R-I School District is a mid-sized district with 10 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 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Poplar Bluff R-I School District 6 out of 10 — 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.
Poplar Bluff R-I School District falls near the middle of Missouri on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 63901
Children in zip code 63901 are assigned to Poplar Bluff R-I 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 63901, 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 Poplar Bluff R-I School District at (573)785-7751 or visit WWW.POPLARBLUFFSCHOOLS.NET. 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 Poplar Bluff
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Poplar Bluff R-I School District serves zip code 63901, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 63901 and neighboring areas. 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 Poplar Bluff R-I 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 63901.
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 Poplar Bluff R-I School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 63901 data.