Needs Improvement
#2110 of 2,221 schools in MO
Southwest Elementary Preschool
School · DEXTER R-XI
915 W.GRANT, Dexter, MO 63841
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,110 of 2,221
In Dexter
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
DEXTER R-XI
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About Southwest Elementary Preschool
Southwest Elementary Preschool is a public school in Dexter, MO, part of DEXTER R-XI. Southwest Elementary Preschool serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Elementary Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,110 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Southwest Elementary Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
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 Southwest Elementary Preschool Compares
See how Southwest Elementary Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
915 W.GRANT, Dexter, MO 63841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Elementary Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. BERNIE ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Bernie), which scores notably higher. Another option is PUXICO HIGH (rated 8.8/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Puxico), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RICHLAND HIGH (rated 8.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Essex), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dexter, see our Dexter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWEST ELEM. Dexter | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| T. S. HILL MIDDLE Dexter | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Dexter | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| CROWLEY RIDGE SCHOOL Dexter | 1.2 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield | 7.1 mi | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 7.1 mi | 8.3 |
| JUVENILE CTR. Bloomfield | 7.1 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD MIDDLE Bloomfield | 7.1 mi | 4.5 |
| BERNIE HIGH Bernie | 8.2 mi | 7.9 |
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie | 8.3 mi | 9.2 |
| RICHLAND HIGH Essex | 7.8 mi | 8.5 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Essex | 7.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MALDEN LOWER ELEM. Malden | 15.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MALDEN HIGH Malden | 15.2 mi | 4.4 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk | 13.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PUXICO ELEM. Puxico | 15.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PUXICO JR. HIGH Puxico | 15.2 mi | 4.9 |
| PUXICO HIGH Puxico | 15.3 mi | 8.8 |
| MINGO PUXICO TECHNICAL HIGH Puxico | 15.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,288
Median Home Value
$161,500
Median Rent
$762/mo
Population
13,319
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
40.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Elementary Preschool
What grades does Southwest Elementary Preschool serve?
Southwest Elementary Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Southwest Elementary Preschool?
Southwest Elementary Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary Preschool is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Elementary Preschool rank in MO?
Southwest Elementary Preschool ranks #2,110 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southwest Elementary Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Elementary Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southwest Elementary Preschool a charter school?
No, Southwest Elementary Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Elementary Preschool a Title I school?
No, Southwest Elementary Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Elementary Preschool?
52.6% of students at Southwest Elementary Preschool 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 97
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Stoddard County
- Phone
- (573) 614-1015
Resources & Links
District
DEXTER R-XI- District Enrollment
- 2,076
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,154
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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