Excellent
#76 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 3% in state
South Elem.
Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY
707 LINDEN DR, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#76 of 2,221
In Jefferson City
#2 of 18
public schools
In district
#2 of 16
JEFFERSON CITY
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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South Elem.
Elementary School in Jefferson City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. 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 Jefferson City, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. South Elem. serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for South Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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South Elem. — Students at South Elem. score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 9.8/10.
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
707 LINDEN DR, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.2 mi | — |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | — |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,430
Median Home Value
$204,700
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
40,390
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| GAINESVILLE ELEM. Gainesville, MO | 8.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Troy, MO | 8.8 |
| LONEDELL ELEM. Lonedell, MO | 8.8 |
| LYON ELEMENTARY Republic, MO | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Elem.
What grades does South Elem. serve?
South Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend South Elem.?
South Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at South Elem. is 11.5:1. 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 #76 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is South Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% 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.?
99.4% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (573) 659-3185
Resources & Links
District
JEFFERSON CITY- District Enrollment
- 8,560
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,522
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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