Noel Primary serves 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Attendance Zone: Noel Primary serves the southwest part of South West City, MO, covering an area of approximately 48.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being around 7 miles from the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Noel Primary's student population of 249 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Noel Primary is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
38%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
34%
67%
Hawaiian
19%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Noel Primary?
249 students attend Noel Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Noel Primary students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noel Primary?
Noel Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Noel Primary offer ?
Noel Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Noel Primary part of?
Noel Primary is part of Mcdonald County R-I School District.
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