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William Southern Elem.

4300 S Phelps Rd, Independence, MO 64055, United States
+1 (816) 521-5475
http://www.isdschools.org
2.5
Overall Rating

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William Southern Elem. Overview

About This School

William Southern Elem. is a public elementary in Independence, Missouri, serving 458 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 27% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,805. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 49% male and 51% female. The demographic makeup includes 37% White, 34% Black, 18% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

458
Total Students
PK-5
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
25 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts27%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Jackson County
Students per Counselor
458:1

William Southern Elem. Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

27%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 42%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.7:1
State Avg: 11.9:1
458
Students per Counselor

William Southern Elem. Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
25

Average Teacher Salary

$53,805
City Avg: $56,879
State Avg: $57,370

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor458:1

William Southern Elem. Student Demographics

Student Body

49.34%
Male
50.66%
Female
Total Enrollment: 458 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White36.9%
Hispanic17.69%
Asian1.31%
Black34.28%
Two or More Races8.95%
Native American0%

William Southern Elem. Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About William Southern Elem.

Q: What is William Southern Elem.?

A: William Southern Elem. is a elementary public located in Independence.

Q: How many students attend William Southern Elem.?

A: William Southern Elem. has approximately 458 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at William Southern Elem.?

A: The student-teacher ratio at William Southern Elem. is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about William Southern Elem.

William Southern Elem. is a public elementary in Independence, Missouri, serving 458 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 27% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,805. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 49% male and 51% female. The demographic makeup includes 37% White, 34% Black, 18% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About William Southern Elem. - Independence, MO

Quick Facts about William Southern Elem.
School NameWilliam Southern Elem.
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location4300 S Phelps Rd, Independence, MO 64055, Independence, MO
CountyJackson County
Phone+1 (816) 521-5475
Total Students458
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers25
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency27%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about William Southern Elem.

What is William Southern Elem.?

William Southern Elem. is a elementary public located in Independence.

How many students attend William Southern Elem.?

William Southern Elem. has approximately 458 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Southern Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at William Southern Elem. is 17:1.

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