Below Average
#1997 of 2,216 schools in MO
Southwest City Elem.
Elementary School · MCDONALD CO. R-I
411 ACADEMY ST, Southwest City, MO 64863
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Southwest City
#2 of 2
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#1,059 of 1,202
In district
#8 of 10
MCDONALD CO. R-I
About Southwest City Elem.
Southwest City Elem is a regular public school located in the rural setting of Southwest City, Missouri. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and has an enrollment of 339 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1, Southwest City Elem offers personalized attention to each child's educational needs.
The academic performance at Southwest City Elem reflects areas for improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and an academic score of 3.6 out of 10. In Missouri’s state ranking, the school stands at number 1677 out of 2234 schools, placing it in the 25th percentile. Students show proficiency rates of 40% for ELA/Reading and 36% for Math across all grade levels.
Southwest City Elem is situated in a rural area where the community values education and supports students' development beyond just test scores.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Southwest City Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest City Elem. — Students at Southwest City Elem. score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.6/10.
How Southwest City Elem. Compares
See how Southwest City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 50% (2019) to 28% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 46% (2019) to 35% (2022).
Location
411 ACADEMY ST, Southwest City, MO 64863
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TURKEY FORD PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Wyandotte), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAY ES (rated 7.9/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Jay), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOEL PRIMARY (rated 5.7/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southwest City, see our Southwest City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOEL PRIMARY Southwest City | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| NOEL ELEM. Noel | 7.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GROVE HS Grove | 9.3 mi | 5.8 |
| TURKEY FORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Wyandotte | 11.1 mi | 8.9 |
| GROVE UPPER ES Grove | 10.1 mi | 5.0 |
| GROVE MS Grove | 10.1 mi | 6.5 |
| GROVE LOWER ES Grove | 10.3 mi | 4.1 |
| JAY MS Jay | 11.2 mi | 7.5 |
| JAY HS Jay | 11.2 mi | 6.4 |
| JAY UPPER ES Jay | 11.2 mi | 5.3 |
| JAY ES Jay | 11.3 mi | 7.9 |
| GRAVETTE HOLINESS BIBLE SCHOOL Gravette | 11.5 mi | — |
| GRAVETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gravette | 11.7 mi | 8.1 |
| GLENN DUFFY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gravette | 11.7 mi | 5.3 |
| GRAVETTE UPPER ELEMENTARY Gravette | 11.8 mi | 5.4 |
| GRAVETTE HIGH SCHOOL Gravette | 12.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ANDERSON ELEM. Anderson | 13.3 mi | 5.2 |
| DECATUR NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Decatur | 14.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH Anderson | 13.7 mi | 4.6 |
| PINEVILLE PRIMARY Anderson | 13.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64863 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,482
Median Home Value
$150,000
Median Rent
$622/mo
Population
1,403
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
65.4%
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
48.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Southwest City Elem. has a median household income of $38,482. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,000, with a median rent of $622/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 4.3 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown, MO | 4.3 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.3 |
| HALLSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Hallsville, MO | 4.3 |
| HALLSVILLE PRIMARY Hallsville, MO | 4.3 |
| MORGAN CO. R-I ELEM. Stover, MO | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest City Elem.
What grades does Southwest City Elem. serve?
Southwest City Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Southwest City Elem.?
Southwest City Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest City Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest City Elem. is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest City Elem. rank in MO?
Southwest City Elem. is ranked #1997 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Southwest City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest City Elem. has a composite rating of 4.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Southwest City Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Southwest City Elem. has 36.3% math proficiency and 40.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Southwest City Elem. a charter school?
No, Southwest City Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest City Elem. a Title I school?
No, Southwest City Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest City Elem.?
82.9% of students at Southwest City 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,056/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- McDonald County
- Phone
- (417) 762-3251
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MCDONALD CO. R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,610
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,363
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
Other Schools in This District
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