Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barretts Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barretts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barretts Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Barretts Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barretts Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
4%
15%
White
83%
67%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barretts Elementary School's ranking?
Barretts Elementary School is ranked #88 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Barretts Elementary School often compared to?
Barretts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carman Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Barretts Elementary School?
378 students attend Barretts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Barretts Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barretts Elementary School?
Barretts Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barretts Elementary School offer ?
Barretts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barretts Elementary School part of?
Barretts Elementary School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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