Serving 298 students in grades 3-5, David Barton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: David Barton Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Boonville, MO, covering an area of approximately 127.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
David Barton Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
David Barton 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 David Barton Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1706 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
79%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Barton Elementary School's ranking?
David Barton Elementary School is ranked #1706 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend David Barton Elementary School?
298 students attend David Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of David Barton Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David Barton Elementary School?
David Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does David Barton Elementary School offer ?
David Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David Barton Elementary School part of?
David Barton Elementary School is part of Boonville R-I School District.
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