Very Good
#386 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 17% in state
South Elem.
Elementary School · JACKSON R-II
1701 S HOPE ST, Jackson, MO 63755
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#386 of 2,221
In Jackson
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
JACKSON R-II
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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South Elem.
Elementary School in Jackson · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Elem.
South Elem. is a public elementary school in Jackson, MO, part of JACKSON R-II. South Elem. serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #386 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for South Elem. show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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South Elem. — Students at South Elem. score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.9%
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: 8.4/10.
How South Elem. Compares
See how South 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
1701 S HOPE ST, Jackson, MO 63755
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Cape Girardeau), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ORCHARD DRIVE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WEST LANE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST LANE ELEM. Jackson | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jackson | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| JACKSON SR. HIGH Jackson | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY Jackson | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ORCHARD DRIVE ELEM. Jackson | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| RUSSELL HAWKINS JR. HIGH Jackson | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Jackson | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GORDONVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR Jackson | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SAXONY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| NOTRE DAME REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH ELEM. Jackson | 5.7 mi | 6.1 |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 5.3 mi | 6.6 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 6.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 6.5 mi | 8.5 |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL JR. HIGH Cape Girardeau | 7.5 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,841
Median Home Value
$233,400
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
27,378
College Educated
34.8%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 7.8 |
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO | 7.8 |
| GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood, MO | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Elem.
What grades does South Elem. serve?
South Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend South Elem.?
South Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at South Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Elem. rank in MO?
South Elem. ranks #386 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is South Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 South Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Elem. has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South Elem. a charter school?
No, South Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Elem. a Title I school?
No, South Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Elem.?
53.9% of students at South 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cape Girardeau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (573) 243-9575
Resources & Links
District
JACKSON R-II- District Enrollment
- 5,744
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,205
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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