Serving 572 students in grades 3-5, Bolivar Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolivar Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bolivar Intermediate School's student population of 572 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to prepare every student for success.
School Rankings
Bolivar Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolivar Intermediate School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#814 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
67%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolivar Intermediate School's ranking?
Bolivar Intermediate School is ranked #814 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bolivar Intermediate School?
572 students attend Bolivar Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bolivar Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolivar Intermediate School?
Bolivar Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolivar Intermediate School offer ?
Bolivar Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bolivar Intermediate School part of?
Bolivar Intermediate School is part of Bolivar R-I School District.
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