Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brennan Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brennan Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brennan Woods Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A "Leader in Me" Lighthouse School
School Rankings
Brennan Woods 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 Brennan Woods Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#714 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brennan Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Brennan Woods Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Brennan Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Brennan Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Ridge Elementary School, Cedar Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Brennan Woods Elementary School?
470 students attend Brennan Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Brennan Woods Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brennan Woods Elementary School?
Brennan Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brennan Woods Elementary School offer ?
Brennan Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brennan Woods Elementary School part of?
Brennan Woods Elementary School is part of Northwest R-I School District.
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