Serving 592 students in grades 3-5, Bolivar Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolivar Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bolivar Intermediate School's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Bolivar Intermediate 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 Bolivar Intermediate School is 0.12, 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
#802 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Bolivar Intermediate School's ranking?
Bolivar Intermediate School is ranked #802 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bolivar Intermediate School?
592 students attend Bolivar Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bolivar Intermediate School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bolivar Intermediate School?
Bolivar Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolivar Intermediate School offer ?
Bolivar Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bolivar Intermediate School part of?
Bolivar Intermediate School is part of Bolivar R-I School District.
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