Eldon Upper Elementary

Upper Contact Information

Phone: 573-392-6364
Fax: 573-392-6820

Our school is located at 409 E. 15th Street in Eldon, Missouri. It was built in 1998. We currently serve 3rd-5th grade students. There are approximately 480 students in our building. We have one principal, Cody Kliethermes, and approximately 60 staff members. Our teachers take pride in their school and want what is best for our students.

School Hours: 8:30 am to 3:20 pm M, T, Th, F 8:30 am to 2:20 pm Wed.
Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Vision Statement

Through effective leadership and shared responsibility, Eldon Upper Elementary is committed to doing whatever it takes through rigor, relevance and relationships to ensure student learning. As a Professional Learning Community, we envision a school that:

Maintains high expectations
Utilizes technology and research-based best practices for learning
Sustains a safe and positive climate for learning
Treats everyone with courtesy and respect
Analyzes data to guide instruction
Nurtures parent and community relations
Gains success through collaboration and professional development
Strives for excellence in student achievement

Staff

Meet Mr. Kliethermes

It is an honor to be the Upper Elementary Principal. I have worked for the district 13 years and education is my passion. I graduated from the University of Missouri, St. Louis with a Bachelor of Science in Education. I also have a Master of Science in Education from William Woods University. I have most recently obtained my Educational Specialist’s Degree in Administration from Northwest University.

My wife, Meredith Kliethermes, is the High School Cadet Advisor at Eldon High School. We have three daughters and a son, Cami, Quincy, Carly and Max. As a family we love attending Eldon Mustang sporting events, and watching University of Missouri basketball in Columbia. I also enjoy hunting, fishing, farming and coaching my girls’ in youth basketball.

I strive to build relationships with every student. Watching students achieve goals they thought were impossible is a great accomplishment for them and the faculty. Creating an environment where students can learn and have fun is our focus.

If you ever have any questions or concerns you can contact me via email: Cody.Kliethermes@EldonMustangs.org or phone at 573-392-6364.

Accelerated Reader, I-Ready, and Destiny

Services

FAQs & Resources

Enrollment Packet 2025-26

Upper Elementary ESEA Building Level Plans 26-27

School, Parent And Family Engagement Policy