Southern Boone Primary serves 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Boone Primary's student population of 493 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southern Boone Primary is 0.13, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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
How many students attend Southern Boone Primary?
493 students attend Southern Boone Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southern Boone Primary students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Boone Primary?
Southern Boone Primary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern Boone Primary offer ?
Southern Boone Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Southern Boone Primary part of?
Southern Boone Primary is part of Southern Boone County R-I School District.
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