Serving 647 students in grades 5-8, Southern Boone Middle 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 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Boone Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Boone Middle School's student population of 647 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Boone Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Boone Middle School is 0.24, which is less 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
#652 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
87%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Southern Boone Middle School's ranking?
Southern Boone Middle School is ranked #652 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Southern Boone Middle School often compared to?
Southern Boone Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Boone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Southern Boone Middle School?
647 students attend Southern Boone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southern Boone Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Boone Middle School?
Southern Boone Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southern Boone Middle School offer ?
Southern Boone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Southern Boone Middle School part of?
Southern Boone Middle School is part of Southern Boone County R-I School District.
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