SOUTH HARRISON ELEM.

SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II
2213 BEEKMAN
BETHANY, MO 64424
269 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
South Harrison Elementary School, located in Bethany, Missouri, serves as a primary educational pillar for the South Harrison County R-II School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic growth, social-emotional development, and character building. By prioritizing a student-centered approach, the institution works to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the upper grades, maintaining a strong connection with the local Bethany community.

As part of the R-II district, South Harrison Elementary utilizes a curriculum designed to meet state standards while catering to the specific needs of its rural student population. The school benefits from the resources and collaborative spirit of the broader district, aiming to provide a well-rounded educational experience that includes both core academic subjects and enrichment opportunities. Through a focus on dedicated instruction and community engagement, the school strives to create an encouraging atmosphere where students are empowered to achieve their full potential.
269
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    256 (95.2%)
  • Hispanic
    6 (2.2%)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.2%)
  • Black
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SOUTH HARRISON CO. R-II
Phone: (660)425-8061
Website: http://www.shr2.k12.mo.us
Grade Range: K - 4th
Total Students: 269
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 119
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 43
Grade 1 47
Grade 2 55
Grade 3 61
Grade 4 63
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
RIDGEWAY ELEM.
RIDGEWAY R-V
38 Students
305 MAIN ST
RIDGEWAY, MO 64481 (9.2 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th