Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. serves the southern part of its school district in Whiteman Air Force Base, MO, covering an attendance zone of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School's student population of 602 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 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 equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
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 #106 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Ridge View Elementary School, Maple Grove 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School?
602 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, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School offer ?
Whiteman A.f.b. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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 10/10/2025
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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