Below Average
#1823 of 2,221 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
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,823 of 2,221
In Southwest City
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
MCDONALD CO. R-I
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Southwest City Elem.
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About Southwest City Elem.
Southwest City Elem. is a public elementary school in Southwest City, MO, part of MCDONALD CO. R-I. Southwest City Elem. serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Southwest City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,823 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Southwest City Elem. show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Southwest City 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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Southwest City Elem. — Students at Southwest City Elem. score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 2.0/10.
How Southwest City Elem. Compares
See how Southwest City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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. JAY ES (rated 9.0/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Jay), which scores notably higher. Another option is DECATUR NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Decatur), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAVETTE UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Gravette), 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 | 6.2 |
| NOEL ELEM. Noel | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GROVE HS Grove | 9.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TURKEY FORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Wyandotte | 11.1 mi | 4.7 |
| GROVE UPPER ES Grove | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| GROVE MS Grove | 10.1 mi | 6.8 |
| GROVE LOWER ES Grove | 10.3 mi | 4.5 |
| JAY MS Jay | 11.2 mi | 6.0 |
| JAY HS Jay | 11.2 mi | 7.5 |
| JAY UPPER ES Jay | 11.2 mi | 5.5 |
| JAY ES Jay | 11.3 mi | 9.0 |
| GRAVETTE HOLINESS BIBLE SCHOOL Gravette | 11.5 mi | — |
| GRAVETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gravette | 11.7 mi | 7.9 |
| GLENN DUFFY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gravette | 11.7 mi | 5.2 |
| GRAVETTE UPPER ELEMENTARY Gravette | 11.8 mi | 6.9 |
| GRAVETTE HIGH SCHOOL Gravette | 12.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ANDERSON ELEM. Anderson | 13.3 mi | 4.5 |
| DECATUR NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Decatur | 14.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH Anderson | 13.7 mi | 5.1 |
| PINEVILLE PRIMARY Anderson | 13.3 mi | 6.7 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCENSION SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO | 4.7 |
| BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE Jefferson City, MO | 4.7 |
| COLUMBIAN ELEM. Carthage, MO | 4.7 |
| CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore, MO | 4.7 |
| GASHLAND ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.7 |
| HALLSVILLE PRIMARY Hallsville, MO | 4.7 |
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. ranks #1,823 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southwest City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Southwest City Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest City Elem. has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (417) 762-3251
Resources & Links
District
MCDONALD CO. R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,610
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,363
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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