Serving 290 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 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (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 290 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Boone Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 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 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#753 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Boone Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Boone Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 2,076 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
290 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, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Boone Elementary School?
Southern Boone Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southern Boone Elementary School offer ?
Southern Boone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
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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