SOUTHWEST ELEM.

SOUTHWEST ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LAWSON R-XIV school district, located in LAWSON, MO with about 411 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, SOUTHWEST ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Southwest Elementary School, located at 307 W. Moss St. in Lawson, Missouri, serves as a primary educational hub for the local community within the Lawson R-XIV School District. As a key component of the district, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction in a small-town environment, fostering a supportive atmosphere for students in their early formative years.

The school operates under the mascot of the "Cardinals," reflecting the pride and community spirit of Lawson. By integrating its mission with the broader district goals found at www.lawsoncardinals.org, Southwest Elementary emphasizes student growth, character development, and academic readiness. Its location in the heart of Lawson allows it to play an integral role in the lives of local families, maintaining a close-knit connection between educators, parents, and the student body.

For more information, contact SOUTHWEST ELEM. at (816) 580-7272 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.