SOUTH ELEM.

SOUTH ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the OZARK R-VI school district, located in OZARK, MO with about 816 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 43 teachers, SOUTH ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

South Elementary School, located at 1250 W. South St. in Ozark, Missouri, is a key component of the Ozark R-VI School District. Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational educational experience for students in the elementary grades, emphasizing both academic development and character growth within a supportive learning environment.

As part of the broader Ozark school system, South Elementary benefits from the district’s commitment to integrating modern educational standards with community-focused values. The school encourages parental involvement and strives to create a collaborative atmosphere where students are prepared for their transition into the middle school years. For more detailed information regarding current events, academic programs, and school policies, families and community members can visit their official website at [http://www.ozark.k12.mo.us/south](http://www.ozark.k12.mo.us/south).

For more information, contact SOUTH ELEM. at (417) 582-5905 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.