Southern Boone County R-I


Summary:

The Southern Boone County R-I school district in Missouri operates 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with several standout schools that rank highly in the state.

Southern Boone High School is the district's top-performing school, ranked 35th out of 367 Missouri high schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts impressive test scores, with over 50% of students proficient in core subjects like Algebra I, Biology I, English II, and Government. Additionally, the school maintains a high 94.2% 4-year graduation rate and a low 1.3% dropout rate. Southern Boone Middle School also stands out, ranking 94th out of 438 Missouri middle schools and earning a 4-star rating. The middle school has above-average test scores in Math, Science, and English Language Arts compared to the state.

While the district as a whole performs well academically, there are some areas that may require attention. All 4 schools in the district have a chronic absenteeism rate of 14.4%, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, there is notable variation in spending per student and student-teacher ratios across the schools, with the primary school having the highest spending and smallest class sizes. Overall, the Southern Boone County R-I school district appears to be a high-performing district, with standout schools that provide a strong educational foundation for students.

District Detail

 5275 W Red Tail Dr
Ashland, MO 65010-0168

 (573) 657-2147

SchoolDigger Rank:
29th of 367 Missouri districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,971

Primary Schools: 2
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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