Needs Improvement
#2071 of 2,221 schools in MO
Southwood Elem.
Elementary School · RAYTOWN C-2
8015 RAYTOWN RD, Raytown, MO 64138
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,071 of 2,221
In Raytown
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#13 of 17
RAYTOWN C-2
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Southwood Elem.
Elementary School in Raytown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwood Elem.
Southwood Elem. is a public elementary school in Raytown, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. Southwood Elem. serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,071 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Southwood Elem. show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Southwood Elem. — Students at Southwood Elem. score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 2.8/10.
How Southwood Elem. Compares
See how Southwood Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8015 RAYTOWN RD, Raytown, MO 64138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwood Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST REGIS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOBBS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raytown, see our Raytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAYTOWN SOUTH SR. HIGH Raytown | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SPRING VALLEY ELEM. Raytown | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| NORFLEET ELEM. Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| LAUREL HILLS ELEM. Raytown | 3.4 mi | 3.6 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,619
Median Home Value
$164,900
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
24,830
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem Kansas City, MO | 3.8 |
| CUBA ELEM. Cuba, MO | 3.8 |
| HARRISONVILLE ELEM. Harrisonville, MO | 3.8 |
| HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 3.8 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.8 |
| LARIMORE ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwood Elem.
What grades does Southwood Elem. serve?
Southwood Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southwood Elem.?
Southwood Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elem. is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwood Elem. rank in MO?
Southwood Elem. ranks #2,071 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southwood Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Southwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Southwood Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwood Elem. has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southwood Elem. a charter school?
No, Southwood Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwood Elem. a Title I school?
No, Southwood Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwood Elem.?
62.5% of students at Southwood 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (816) 268-7280
Resources & Links
District
RAYTOWN C-2- District Enrollment
- 7,953
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,743
- District Rank
- #13 of 17
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