Serving 451 students in grades 5-8, Barry School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 46% (which was higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 41% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 48% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#997 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
24%
15%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry School's ranking?
Barry School is ranked #997 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Barry School?
451 students attend Barry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Barry School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barry School?
Barry School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barry School offer ?
Barry School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barry School part of?
Barry School is part of Platte County R-III School District.
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