Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School's student population of 587 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#439 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
67%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School's ranking?
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School often compared to?
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knob Noster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School?
587 students attend Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School?
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School offer ?
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School part of?
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School is part of Knob Noster R-VIII School District.
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
This is a fantastic school! Many opportunities for youngsters and a great location! The academic programs are top notch with many extracurricular activities. Academic and athletic awards are abound. Facilities are DOD, so always upkept. Parent involvement is highly encouraged; planned and structured. Great school!
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