Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Babler 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% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Babler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Babler Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Babler Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Babler Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
6%
15%
White
80%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Babler Elementary School's ranking?
Babler Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Babler Elementary School?
467 students attend Babler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Babler Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Babler Elementary School?
Babler Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Babler Elementary School offer ?
Babler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Babler Elementary School part of?
Babler Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
In what neighborhood is Babler Elementary School located?
Babler Elementary School is located in the Glencoe neighborhood of Wildwood, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Glencoe.
School Reviews
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