Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Southwest 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 45-49% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwest Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lawson, MO school district, covering approximately 96.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.8 miles and the furthest edge located 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Southwest 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 Southwest Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#836 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2024. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest Elementary School's ranking?
Southwest Elementary School is ranked #836 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Southwest Elementary School?
439 students attend Southwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Southwest Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Elementary School?
Southwest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southwest Elementary School offer ?
Southwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Elementary School part of?
Southwest Elementary School is part of Lawson R-XIV School District.
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