Very Good
#762 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 34% in state
Based on limited data
Southern Boone Primary
Elementary School · SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I
803 S HENRY CLAY BLVD, Ashland, MO 65010
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#762 of 2,221
In Ashland
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Southern Boone Primary
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About Southern Boone Primary
Southern Boone Primary is a public elementary school in Ashland, MO, part of SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I. Southern Boone Primary serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Southern Boone Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #762 of 2,221 schools in MO. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Southern Boone Primary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Southern Boone Primary Compares
See how Southern Boone Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
803 S HENRY CLAY BLVD, Ashland, MO 65010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southern Boone Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHERN BOONE ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN BOONE ELEM. Ashland | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| SOUTHERN BOONE MIDDLE Ashland | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Southern Boone High Ashland | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ROCK BRIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 9.5 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW HAVEN ELEM. Columbia | 10.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH Columbia | 10.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 10.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ANN HAWKINS GENTRY MID. SCHOOL Columbia | 10.5 mi | 8.3 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 10.9 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 10.3 mi | 8.2 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 11.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 11.9 mi | 3.6 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 12.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia | 11.5 mi | 8.2 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield | 9.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 12.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY Jefferson City | 12.5 mi | 8.3 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield | 10.1 mi | 3.2 |
| BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY Columbia | 11.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jefferson City | 12.5 mi | 5.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BLADES ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin, MO | 7.1 |
| COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant, MO | 7.1 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southern Boone Primary
What grades does Southern Boone Primary serve?
Southern Boone Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Southern Boone Primary?
Southern Boone Primary has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Boone Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Boone Primary 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 Southern Boone Primary rank in MO?
Southern Boone Primary ranks #762 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southern Boone Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Boone Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southern Boone Primary a charter school?
No, Southern Boone Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southern Boone Primary a Title I school?
No, Southern Boone Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southern Boone Primary?
16.2% of students at Southern Boone Primary 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.3%
- Phone
- (573) 657-2148
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHERN BOONE CO. R-I- District Enrollment
- 1,976
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,613
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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