Below Average
#1991 of 2,221 schools in MO
Southwest Elem.
Elementary School · LAWSON R-XIV
PO BOX 157, Lawson, MO 64062
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,991 of 2,221
In Lawson
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
LAWSON R-XIV
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Southwest Elem.
Elementary School in Lawson · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwest Elem.
Southwest Elem. is a public elementary school in Lawson, MO, part of LAWSON R-XIV. Southwest Elem. serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,991 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Elem. show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Southwest 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 Elem. — Students at Southwest Elem. score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
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: 2.5/10.
How Southwest Elem. Compares
See how Southwest Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 157, Lawson, MO 64062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lathrop Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Lathrop), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KEARNEY ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawson, see our Lawson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAWSON HIGH Lawson | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LAWSON MIDDLE Lawson | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 6.2 mi | — |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs | 6.2 mi | 4.1 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 6.3 mi | 4.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS TECH. HIGH Excelsior Springs | 6.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ELKHORN ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 8.8 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 8.7 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 9.4 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 9.5 mi | 7.1 |
| KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney | 9.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LENS Kearney | 9.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Lathrop Elementary School Lathrop | 10.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Lathrop Middle School Lathrop | 10.1 mi | 6.6 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 9.3 mi | 8.5 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney | 9.5 mi | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 9.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,306
Median Home Value
$230,700
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
6,752
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLE ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 4.1 |
| GRADEN ELEM. Parkville, MO | 4.1 |
| GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence, MO | 4.1 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings, MO | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Elem.
What grades does Southwest Elem. serve?
Southwest Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Southwest Elem.?
Southwest Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elem. is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Elem. rank in MO?
Southwest Elem. ranks #1,991 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southwest Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Elem. has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southwest Elem. a charter school?
No, Southwest Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Elem. a Title I school?
No, Southwest Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Elem.?
28.2% of students at Southwest 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Ray County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (816) 580-7272
Resources & Links
District
LAWSON R-XIV- District Enrollment
- 1,114
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,973
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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