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 (2026-27)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Learning for All
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
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
67%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
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.
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