Serving 282 students in grades 3-4, Southern Boone 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 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Boone Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ashland, MO, covering approximately 124.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Boone Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Boone 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 Southern Boone Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#753 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Boone Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Boone Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Southern Boone Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Boone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Boone Middle School, Russell Blvd. Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Southern Boone Elementary School?
282 students attend Southern Boone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southern Boone Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Boone Elementary School?
Southern Boone Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southern Boone Elementary School offer ?
Southern Boone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Boone Elementary School part of?
Southern Boone Elementary School is part of Southern Boone County R-I School District.
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