Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wheatland Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wheatland Elementary School's student population of 140 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
140 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Wheatland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatland Elementary School is 0.08, which is less 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
#667 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
4%
8%

Black
n/a
15%

White
96%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatland Elementary School's ranking?
Wheatland Elementary School is ranked #667 out of 2,084 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wheatland Elementary School?
140 students attend Wheatland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wheatland Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheatland Elementary School?
Wheatland Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wheatland Elementary School offer ?
Wheatland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wheatland Elementary School part of?
Wheatland Elementary School is part of Wheatland R-II School District.
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