Serving 858 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bayless Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bayless Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saint Louis, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bayless Elementary School's student population of 858 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bayless Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayless Elementary School is 0.56, which is more 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
#708 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
11%
15%
White
64%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayless Elementary School's ranking?
Bayless Elementary School is ranked #708 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bayless Elementary School often compared to?
Bayless Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesnier Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bayless Elementary School?
858 students attend Bayless Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bayless Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayless Elementary School?
Bayless Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bayless Elementary School offer ?
Bayless Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayless Elementary School part of?
Bayless Elementary School is part of Bayless School District.
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