Excellent
#108 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 5% in state
Southern Boone Elem.
Elementary School · SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I
809 S Henry Clay Blvd, Ashland, MO 65010
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
3rd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#108 of 2,221
In Ashland
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Southern Boone Elem.
Elementary School in Ashland · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Southern Boone Primary
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About Southern Boone Elem.
Southern Boone Elem. is a public elementary school in Ashland, MO, part of SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I. Southern Boone Elem. serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Southern Boone Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Southern Boone Elem. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Southern Boone Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Southern Boone Elem. — Students at Southern Boone Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
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: 9.4/10.
How Southern Boone Elem. Compares
See how Southern Boone 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
809 S Henry Clay Blvd, Ashland, MO 65010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southern Boone Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), with a very similar rating. Another option is PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Columbia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN BOONE PRIMARY Ashland | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHERN BOONE MIDDLE Ashland | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Southern Boone High Ashland | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ROCK BRIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 9.5 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW HAVEN ELEM. Columbia | 10.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH Columbia | 10.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 11.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ANN HAWKINS GENTRY MID. SCHOOL Columbia | 10.6 mi | 8.3 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 11.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 10.4 mi | 8.2 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 11.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 12.0 mi | 3.6 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 12.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 12.2 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield | 9.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY Jefferson City | 12.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia | 11.6 mi | 8.2 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield | 10.0 mi | 3.2 |
| ST MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jefferson City | 12.4 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 12.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,025
Median Home Value
$274,100
Median Rent
$1,180/mo
Population
7,105
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BINGHAM ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.7 |
| EUGENE ELEM. Eugene, MO | 8.7 |
| JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart, MO | 8.7 |
| JASPER CO. ELEM. Jasper, MO | 8.7 |
| LAMAR ELEM. Lamar, MO | 8.7 |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton, MO | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southern Boone Elem.
What grades does Southern Boone Elem. serve?
Southern Boone Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.
How many students attend Southern Boone Elem.?
Southern Boone Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Boone Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Boone Elem. is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southern Boone Elem. rank in MO?
Southern Boone Elem. ranks #108 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southern Boone Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Boone Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Southern Boone Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southern Boone Elem. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southern Boone Elem. a charter school?
No, Southern Boone Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southern Boone Elem. a Title I school?
No, Southern Boone Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southern Boone Elem.?
17.9% of students at Southern Boone 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
- 3rd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (573) 657-2145
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I- District Enrollment
- 1,976
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,613
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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