Serving 34 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bosworth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BOSWORTH ELEM.'s attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bosworth, MO, encompassing approximately 84.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bosworth Elementary School's student population of 34 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bosworth 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 Bosworth Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
White
79%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)8.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
12%
6%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bosworth Elementary School's ranking?
Bosworth Elementary School is ranked #1272 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bosworth Elementary School?
34 students attend Bosworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bosworth Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bosworth Elementary School?
Bosworth Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bosworth Elementary School offer ?
Bosworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bosworth Elementary School part of?
Bosworth Elementary School is part of Bosworth R-V School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing, caring place. I hope it stays open. Also just a very neat historical building, I would hate to see it abandoned.
5 10/10/2025
From the Principal to the staff, are very caring and loving. My experience has been beautiful... will miss everyone
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