Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boyd 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Boyd Elementary School's student population of 219 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Oct 16, 2025
School Motto
Boyd Elementary is a collaborative community developing internationally-minded learners who form real world connections and inspire action toward peace.
School Rankings
Boyd 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 Boyd Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1858 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
25%
15%
White
56%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Boyd Elementary School's ranking?
Boyd Elementary School is ranked #1858 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Boyd Elementary School often compared to?
Boyd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watkins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Boyd Elementary School?
219 students attend Boyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Boyd Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd Elementary School?
Boyd Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boyd Elementary School offer ?
Boyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boyd Elementary School part of?
Boyd Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
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