Serving 9 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Briarwood School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briarwood School's student population of 9 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
9 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Briarwood School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briarwood School is 0.35, 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
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
78%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briarwood School's ranking?
Briarwood School is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Briarwood School often compared to?
Briarwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Ridge School, Bootheel School, Lakeview Woods School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Briarwood School?
9 students attend Briarwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Briarwood School students are White, and 22% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briarwood School?
Briarwood School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Briarwood School offer ?
Briarwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briarwood School part of?
Briarwood School is part of Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District.
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