Serving 27 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Bootheel School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bootheel School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bootheel School's student population of 27 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bootheel School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bootheel School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
70%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Missouri Schools For The Severely Disabled
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bootheel School's ranking?
Bootheel School is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bootheel School?
27 students attend Bootheel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bootheel School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bootheel School?
Bootheel School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bootheel School offer ?
Bootheel School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bootheel School part of?
Bootheel School is part of Missouri Schools For The Severely Disabled.
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