Schofield, Missouri facts for kids

Schofield is a small place in Polk County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger county.

Discovering Schofield

Schofield is located in the central part of the United States. It is a quiet area, typical of many small communities in rural Missouri. People who live in unincorporated communities often rely on county services for things like roads and law enforcement.

A Look Back: Schofield's History

The community of Schofield was named after an early settler who lived in the area. Many places in the United States are named after the first families or important people who helped establish them.

Schofield once had its own post office. This post office opened in 1887. A post office is a place where people can send and receive letters, packages, and other mail. It was an important part of the community, connecting residents to the outside world. The Schofield post office stayed open for about 20 years. It closed its doors in 1907. After the post office closed, people in Schofield likely used post offices in nearby towns.