Southern Boone Primary serves 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Attendance Zone: Southern Boone Primary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ashland, MO, covering approximately 124.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone situated about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Boone Primary's student population of 471 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southern Boone Primary is 0.20, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025 (no data for 2002, 2014 and 2015)
White
89%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2011–2025 (no data for 2012)
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southern Boone Primary?
471 students attend Southern Boone Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southern Boone Primary students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Boone Primary?
Southern Boone Primary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southern Boone Primary offer ?
Southern Boone Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Boone Primary part of?
Southern Boone Primary is part of Southern Boone County R-I School District.
School Reviews
Review Southern Boone Primary. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Public Schools Charge for Required Graduation Courses?
Can a public school charge for a course your child needs to graduate? Learn how state rules, course alternatives, summer programs, and fee waivers affect the answer, plus what parents should request before paying, accepting a substitute, or challenging a charge that threatens graduation plans.
Save Your Child's Work Before a School Account Closes
School accounts may close after graduation or a transfer, leaving important projects inaccessible. Learn what families should save, which deadlines to confirm, how to check exported files, and why shared links alone may not preserve your child's work for future applications, learning, or personal memories.
School Commute Time: When Distance Affects School Fit
Is your child's school commute becoming too demanding? Learn how to weigh educational benefits against daily strain, recognize warning signs, explore practical adjustments, and decide when a closer school fits.
