Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilder 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilder Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilder 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 Wilder Elementary School is 0.49, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
70%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilder Elementary School's ranking?
Wilder Elementary School is ranked #610 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wilder Elementary School often compared to?
Wilder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequiota 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Wilder Elementary School?
341 students attend Wilder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wilder Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilder Elementary School?
Wilder Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilder Elementary School offer ?
Wilder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilder Elementary School part of?
Wilder Elementary School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilder Elementary School located?
Wilder Elementary School is located in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 4 other public schools located in Southeast Springfield.
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