William Southern Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Southern Elementary School's ranking?
William Southern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for: Most diverse schools (Top 5%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend William Southern Elementary School?
421 students attend William Southern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of William Southern Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Southern Elementary School?
William Southern Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does William Southern Elementary School offer ?
William Southern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is William Southern Elementary School part of?
William Southern Elementary School is part of Independence 30 School District.
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