Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Buckner Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Buckner Elementary serves the eastern part of Independence, MO, covering an area of approximately 64.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buckner Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buckner 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 Buckner Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#758 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckner Elementary School's ranking?
Buckner Elementary School is ranked #758 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Buckner Elementary School?
327 students attend Buckner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Buckner Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckner Elementary School?
Buckner Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buckner Elementary School offer ?
Buckner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckner Elementary School part of?
Buckner Elementary School is part of Fort Osage R-I School District.
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