Southwest Elementary School serves 441 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwest Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southwest Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?
441 students attend Southwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Southwest Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Elementary School?
Southwest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southwest Elementary School offer ?
Southwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Elementary School part of?
Southwest Elementary School is part of Dexter R-XI School District.
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