Serving 553 students in grades 4-5, Boswell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boswell Elementary School's student population of 553 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Boswell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boswell 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
#1208 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Boswell Elementary School's ranking?
Boswell Elementary School is ranked #1208 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Boswell Elementary School often compared to?
Boswell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe D. Esther Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Boswell Elementary School?
553 students attend Boswell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Boswell Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boswell Elementary School?
Boswell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boswell Elementary School offer ?
Boswell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boswell Elementary School part of?
Boswell Elementary School is part of Lebanon R-III School District.
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