Camdenton R-iii, MO - District Data

Original Research by School Decision on Camdenton R-iii

Camdenton R-III is a public school district serving grades PK through 12 across a wide area of mid-Missouri. It covers a mix of small towns and lakeside communities around the Lake of the Ozarks region, with schools in Camdenton, Osage Beach, and other nearby communities. The district operates several elementary schools, an intermediate school, a middle school, a high school, and a career and technical center, plus a separate juvenile justice center.

In the most recent state testing across grades 3 through 8, math proficiency rates showed a noticeable range depending on the grade level. In the early grades, math results were weaker, with just over a third of fourth graders reaching proficiency. The middle grades performed better, with sixth grade math reaching a level that is one of the district's stronger showings, and seventh grade not far behind. By eighth grade, math proficiency had declined again to roughly half the students. In English language arts, the pattern was similar. Proficiency rates hovered in the mid-to-low range across most grades, with fifth grade standing out as the strongest year and fourth grade as the softest. Science results for the tested grades (fifth and eighth) were near the halfway mark.

When compared with other school districts in Camden County, Camdenton R-III's overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades placed it in the top quartile. This suggests that relative to its county peers, the district is doing better academically despite what the raw rates might suggest to a parent used to higher numbers. The chronic absenteeism rate placed below the midpoint among the county's three districts. A parent may want to look into this further with the school, as attendance patterns can affect classroom pace and student support. Per-pupil spending fell in the middle range, on the lower half of the county's districts, which may factor into the resources available at individual schools. The four-year graduation rate was not available, so it is not possible to assess high school completion from this data.

The student population is predominantly white, with a notable Hispanic student population and much smaller shares of students who are Black, Asian, multiracial, or other backgrounds. Free or reduced-price lunch data was not provided, so the district's economic profile is not directly measurable here. Information on special education and English learner populations was also missing.

A bond issue for a substantial sum passed in spring 2024. According to publicly reported sources, the district stated the funds would go toward safety upgrades, HVAC replacement, roofing repairs, and classroom renovations across multiple buildings, and that it would not increase the property tax rate. This represents a facilities investment without an immediate added cost to homeowners.

Housing in the district is a mixed picture. Home values are spread across a wide range, with the highest values in communities directly on the lake and more modest prices in inland towns. The weighted average sits near the midpoint of the district's ZIP codes, and values have seen a modest decline year over year, in contrast to a slight statewide increase and a flat national market. Rents are available for only part of the district but show the same pattern of higher costs near the lake. For families moving in, the district offers a range of housing options from higher-priced lakefront properties to more affordable homes further from the water.

The district has a sizable overall enrollment for this region, with a grade-by-grade count that is relatively steady through the elementary and middle years, dipping slightly in the high school. Program offerings data was not available, so the breadth of course options, AP, dual credit, or career pathways is not described here. The school list includes a dedicated career and technical center, which indicates some postsecondary and workforce preparation is available.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

3,843

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 7%

Black 1%

White 88%

Asian 1%

Two+ 3%

Am. Indian / AK Native 0%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

36%

52%

Gr 4

27%

42%

Gr 5

37%

57%

Gr 6

33%

57%

Gr 7

28%

49%

Gr 8

23%

52%

Math

Gr 3

26%

52%

Gr 4

25%

50%

Gr 5

36%

60%

Gr 6

46%

73%

Gr 7

44%

72%

Gr 8

38%

56%

Science

Gr 5

38%

59%

Gr 8

35%

60%

Schools in this District

9 schools are officially reported under this district.

DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY

HURRICANE DECK ELEMENTARY

CAMDENTON MIDDLE

OSAGE BEACH ELEMENTARY

CAMDENTON HIGH

JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER

LAKE CAREER TECHNICAL CENTER

OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE

HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

40%

Grade 3

36%

Grade 4

48%

Grade 5

60%

Grade 6

59%

Grade 7

48%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

45%

Grade 3

34%

Grade 4

47%

Grade 5

46%

Grade 6

39%

Grade 7

39%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

48%

Grade 5

49%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$314,312

Year-over-year change-3.3%

Range across 13 ZIP codes$209K to $397K

vs. state typical1.18x

vs. national typical0.85x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (13 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
65020	Camdenton	$308K	-3.4%	40.6%
65052	Montreal	$352K	-2.9%	15.9%
65591	Montreal	$240K	-3.7%	15.1%
65079	Sunrise Beach	$397K	-4.6%	10.3%
65065	Osage Beach	$337K	-6.2%	4.5%
65037	Gravois Mills	$351K	-3.1%	4.1%
65787	Roach	$344K	-0.5%	2.6%
65536	Lebanon	$231K	+4.6%	2.1%
65047	Kaiser	$282K	-2.9%	1.8%
65786	Macks Creek	$221K	-2.3%	1.4%
65017	Brumley	$227K	+5.5%	0.3%
65556	Richland	$209K	+5.6%	0.1%
65567	Stoutland	$215K	-3.2%	0.1%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,506/mo

Range across 3 ZIP codes$879 to $1,559/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (3 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
65020	Camdenton	$1,559	—	40.6%
65065	Osage Beach	$1,317	—	4.5%
65536	Lebanon	$879	—	2.1%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$1,586/mo

Home price / national median income3.8x

Annual rent / national median income21.6%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$80/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$265,398 (+2.8% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

Data Currently Unavailable

Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

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