Southern Boone County R-I

The Southern Boone County R-I school district in Missouri consists of 4 schools: 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that Southern Boone Middle School stands out as a consistent high performer, ranking in the top 25% of Missouri middle schools for the past 3 years with strong math and science proficiency rates. Meanwhile, Southern Boone High School also performs relatively well, ranking in the top 45% of Missouri high schools, and boasts impressive student racial diversity.

Across the district, the student population is predominantly white, ranging from 87.92% to 92.9%, and the percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch is relatively low, between 12.22% and 15.99%. This suggests a relatively affluent student population, which could impact the availability of resources and support for students from lower-income families. While Southern Boone Primary and Southern Boone Elementary perform on par with or slightly above state averages, there may be an opportunity for Southern Boone Elementary to identify areas for improvement and enhance student outcomes.

Overall, the Southern Boone County R-I school district appears to have a mix of strong-performing and middle-range schools, with the standout being Southern Boone Middle School. The district's relatively affluent student population and variations in spending per student across the schools are factors that warrant further investigation to ensure educational equity and quality for all students.