H. Byron Masterson Elementary School serves 417 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
H. Byron Masterson Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Knowledge and Integrity
School Rankings
The diversity score of H. Byron Masterson Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
34%
15%
White
47%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend H. Byron Masterson Elementary School?
417 students attend H. Byron Masterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of H. Byron Masterson Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H. Byron Masterson Elementary School?
H. Byron Masterson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does H. Byron Masterson Elementary School offer ?
H. Byron Masterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is H. Byron Masterson Elementary School part of?
H. Byron Masterson Elementary School is part of Kennett 39 School District.
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