Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary serves the southern part of Jackson, MO, covering an area of approximately 52.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#964 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #964 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
433 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Jackson R-II School District.
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