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#1492 of 2,216 schools in MO
Boswell Elem.
Elementary School · LEBANON R-III
695 MILLCREEK, Lebanon, MO 65536
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
4th – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lebanon
#4 of 6
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#781 of 1,202
In district
#4 of 5
LEBANON R-III
About Boswell Elem.
Boswell Elem is a regular public elementary school in Lebanon, Missouri, located in the remote town of Laclede County. The school serves students in grades 4 and 5 with an enrollment of 553 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. Boswell Elem has 38 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing education in this small, tight-knit community.
The academic performance at Boswell Elem shows room for improvement, as indicated by the MySchoolScout Rating of 4.4 out of 10 and a state ranking of #1602 out of 2234 schools in Missouri (28th percentile). In terms of test scores, 40% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 35% achieve proficiency or better in Math. Though the neighborhood data is not available, Boswell Elem benefits from its remote setting, fostering a close-knit community where teachers and families work together to support student development.
Score Breakdown
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Boswell Elem. — Students at Boswell Elem. score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Boswell Elem. Compares
See how Boswell Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 39% (2019) to 38% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 46% (2019) to 37% (2022).
Location
695 MILLCREEK, Lebanon, MO 65536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boswell Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GASCONADE ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Falcon), which scores notably higher. Another option is RICHLAND ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Richland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NIANGUA ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Niangua), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAPLECREST ELEM. Lebanon | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. Lebanon | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| LEBANON SR. HIGH Lebanon | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| LEBANON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lebanon | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| JOEL E. BARBER ELEM. Lebanon | 4.9 mi | 4.5 |
| STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY Stoutland | 11.9 mi | 4.6 |
| STOUTLAND HIGH Stoutland | 11.9 mi | 5.3 |
| GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon | 13.0 mi | 9.1 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway | 16.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOLS Conway | 16.0 mi | 4.9 |
| GROVESPRING ELEM. Grovespring | 19.6 mi | 5.6 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Richland | 19.0 mi | 8.4 |
| RICHLAND HIGH Richland | 19.0 mi | 6.9 |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER Camdenton | 22.4 mi | — |
| CAMDENTON MIDDLE Camdenton | 22.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 22.7 mi | 6.2 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 22.7 mi | 7.1 |
| OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Camdenton | 22.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton | 23.0 mi | 8.6 |
| NIANGUA ELEM. Niangua | 22.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,902
Median Home Value
$159,400
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
29,680
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
39.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Boswell Elem. has a median household income of $50,902. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,400, with a median rent of $805/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIA ELEM. Imperial, MO | 5.6 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon, MO | 5.6 |
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem Kansas City, MO | 5.6 |
| BUDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.6 |
| BUTLER ELEM. Butler, MO | 5.6 |
| HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. Lee's Summit, MO | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boswell Elem.
What grades does Boswell Elem. serve?
Boswell Elem. serves students in grades 4th through 5th.
How many students attend Boswell Elem.?
Boswell Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boswell Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Boswell Elem. is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boswell Elem. rank in MO?
Boswell Elem. is ranked #1492 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Boswell Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Boswell Elem. has a composite rating of 5.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Boswell Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Boswell Elem. has 35.0% math proficiency and 40.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Boswell Elem. a charter school?
No, Boswell Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boswell Elem. a Title I school?
No, Boswell Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boswell Elem.?
64.2% of students at Boswell Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,486/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lebanon). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 5th
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Laclede County
- Phone
- (417) 657-6400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LEBANON R-III- District Enrollment
- 4,432
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,731
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
Other Schools in This District
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