Very Good
#359 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 16% in state
South Elem.
Elementary School · OZARK R-VI
1250 W SOUTH ST, Ozark, MO 65721
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#359 of 2,221
In Ozark
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
OZARK R-VI
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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South Elem.
Elementary School in Ozark · 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 Ozark, MO, part of OZARK R-VI. South Elem. serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #359 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for South Elem. show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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South Elem. — Students at South Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.5%
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: 7.3/10.
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
1250 W SOUTH ST, Ozark, MO 65721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ESPY ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Nixa), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MATHEWS ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Nixa), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ozark, see our Ozark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| OZARK JR. HIGH Ozark | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| OZARK HIGH Ozark | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| EAST ELEM. Ozark | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH ELEM. Ozark | 3.4 mi | 9.1 |
| SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| WEST ELEM. Ozark | 5.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CENTURY ELEM. Nixa | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa | 5.0 mi | 5.5 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nixa | 5.2 mi | 4.8 |
| NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa | 5.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HIGHLANDVILLE ELEM. Highlandville | 6.1 mi | 3.3 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MATHEWS ELEM. Nixa | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| NIXA HIGH Nixa | 6.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| SPARTA PK Sparta | 7.2 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,552
Median Home Value
$253,700
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
34,112
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY Columbia, MO | 7.9 |
| DONALD D. SIEGRIST ELEM. Platte City, MO | 7.9 |
| LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston, MO | 7.9 |
| LONG ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.9 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country, MO | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.9 |
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 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at South Elem. is 11.8:1. 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 #359 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is South Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
South Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% 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.?
40.5% 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
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Christian County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (417) 582-5905
Resources & Links
District
OZARK R-VI- District Enrollment
- 5,964
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,197
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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