Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Fork Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Fork Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire West Plains school district, covering approximately 109.4 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 11.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Fork Elementary School's student population of 196 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
South Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fork Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#585 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
96%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fork Elementary School's ranking?
South Fork Elementary School is ranked #585 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Fork Elementary School often compared to?
South Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Fork Elementary School?
196 students attend South Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Fork Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Fork Elementary School?
South Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Fork Elementary School offer ?
South Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fork Elementary School part of?
South Fork Elementary School is part of West Plains R-VII School District.
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