Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bucklin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bucklin Elementary serves the entire district of Bucklin, MO, encompassing approximately 129.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bucklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bucklin Elementary School's student population of 64 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
School Rankings
Bucklin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bucklin Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1186 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bucklin Elementary School's ranking?
Bucklin Elementary School is ranked #1186 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bucklin Elementary School?
64 students attend Bucklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bucklin Elementary School students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bucklin Elementary School?
Bucklin Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bucklin Elementary School offer ?
Bucklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bucklin Elementary School part of?
Bucklin Elementary School is part of Bucklin R-II School District.
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