Serving 403 students in grades 3-5, South Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
South Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#1471 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
34%
15%
White
54%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
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 South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #1471 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
403 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of South Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Kennett 39 School District.
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