Bolivar Primary serves 593 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bolivar Primary's student population of 593 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bolivar Primary is 0.08, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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
How many students attend Bolivar Primary?
593 students attend Bolivar Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bolivar Primary students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolivar Primary?
Bolivar Primary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolivar Primary offer ?
Bolivar Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bolivar Primary part of?
Bolivar Primary is part of Bolivar R-I School District.
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