Serving 451 students in grades 5-8, Barry School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barry School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barry School's student population of 451 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barry 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 Barry School is 0.66, which is more 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
#994 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
24%
15%
White
52%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barry School's ranking?
Barry School is ranked #994 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Barry School often compared to?
Barry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Alfred L. Renner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Barry School?
451 students attend Barry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Barry School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barry School?
Barry School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barry School offer ?
Barry School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Barry School part of?
Barry School is part of Platte County R-III School District.
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