Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Babler Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Babler 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
Babler Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Babler Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Babler Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
79%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Babler Elementary School's ranking?
Babler Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Babler Elementary School?
444 students attend Babler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Babler Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Babler Elementary School?
Babler Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Babler Elementary School offer ?
Babler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Babler Elementary School part of?
Babler Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
In what neighborhood is Babler Elementary School located?
Babler Elementary School is located in the Glencoe neighborhood of Wildwood, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Glencoe.
School Reviews
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