Serving 344 students in grades 3-4, Southern Boone Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Boone Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Boone Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Boone Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#794 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Boone Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Boone Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Southern Boone Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Boone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Boone Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Southern Boone Elementary School?
344 students attend Southern Boone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Southern Boone Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Boone Elementary School?
Southern Boone Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern Boone Elementary School offer ?
Southern Boone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Southern Boone Elementary School part of?
Southern Boone Elementary School is part of Southern Boone County R-I School District.
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