Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Old Bonhomme Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Bonhomme Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Old Bonhomme Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
8
School Rankings
Old Bonhomme Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Bonhomme Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
14%
15%
White
48%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Bonhomme Elementary School's ranking?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Old Bonhomme Elementary School often compared to?
Old Bonhomme Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spoede Elementary School, Conway Elementary School, Reed Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Old Bonhomme Elementary School?
391 students attend Old Bonhomme Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Old Bonhomme Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Bonhomme Elementary School?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Old Bonhomme Elementary School offer ?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Bonhomme Elementary School part of?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School is part of Ladue School District.
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