Below Average
#1789 of 2,221 schools in MO
Boswell Elem.
Elementary School · LEBANON R-III
695 MILLCREEK, Lebanon, MO 65536
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
4th – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,789 of 2,221
In Lebanon
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
LEBANON R-III
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Boswell Elem.
Elementary School in Lebanon · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Boswell Elem.
Boswell Elem. is a public elementary school in Lebanon, MO, part of LEBANON R-III. Boswell Elem. serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Boswell Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,789 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Boswell Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Boswell Elem. — Students at Boswell Elem. score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How Boswell Elem. Compares
See how Boswell Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
695 MILLCREEK, Lebanon, MO 65536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boswell Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROVESPRING ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 19.6 miles away, in nearby Grovespring), which scores notably higher. Another option is GASCONADE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Falcon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Stoutland), 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 | 6.0 |
| JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. Lebanon | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LEBANON SR. HIGH Lebanon | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| LEBANON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lebanon | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JOEL E. BARBER ELEM. Lebanon | 4.9 mi | 5.1 |
| STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY Stoutland | 11.9 mi | 7.3 |
| STOUTLAND HIGH Stoutland | 11.9 mi | 5.2 |
| GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon | 13.0 mi | 8.1 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway | 16.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOLS Conway | 16.0 mi | 5.3 |
| GROVESPRING ELEM. Grovespring | 19.6 mi | 8.6 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Richland | 19.0 mi | 7.1 |
| RICHLAND HIGH Richland | 19.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER Camdenton | 22.4 mi | — |
| CAMDENTON MIDDLE Camdenton | 22.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 22.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 22.7 mi | 6.8 |
| OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Camdenton | 22.7 mi | 7.7 |
| CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton | 23.0 mi | 7.7 |
| NIANGUA ELEM. Niangua | 22.4 mi | 4.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 4.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Dexter, MO | 4.8 |
| HILLSBORO PRIMARY Hillsboro, MO | 4.8 |
| MESNIER PRIMARY SCH. St. Louis, MO | 4.8 |
| S.M Rissler Elementary School Trenton, MO | 4.8 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.8 |
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. ranks #1,789 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Boswell Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Boswell Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Boswell Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boswell Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (417) 657-6400
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District
LEBANON R-III- District Enrollment
- 4,432
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,731
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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