SOUTHLAND C-9

Situated at 500 S Main in Cardwell, Missouri, the Southland C-9 School District serves as an essential educational center for its rural community within the greater Kennett area. As a fully operational, traditional public school system operating independently of charter networks, the district maintains two schools that provide a continuous academic pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Southland C-9 delivers a foundational education tailored to its rural setting, supporting children from their first steps in early childhood development to high school graduation under a single, unified district structure.

The district fosters a close-knit academic environment for its 262 enrolled students, consisting of 137 male and 125 female learners. The student body brings a rich blend of backgrounds to the district, represented primarily by 199 White students and 59 Hispanic students, alongside multiracial and Black peers. To support student growth, Southland C-9 employs a comprehensive workforce of over 72 full-time equivalent staff members, including more than 37 classroom teachers, 7 instructional aides, and 28 support staff. This robust staffing context yields an impressive student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 7 to 1, ensuring that students across all grade levels benefit from small class sizes, individualized instruction, and dedicated support services.