Serving 470 students in grades 2-3, Daniel Webster Elementary 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 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel Webster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Daniel Webster Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Daniel Webster Elementary 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 Daniel Webster Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Webster Elementary School's ranking?
Daniel Webster Elementary School is ranked #663 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Daniel Webster Elementary School often compared to?
Daniel Webster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fordland Elementary School, Edwin P. Hubble Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Daniel Webster Elementary School?
470 students attend Daniel Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Daniel Webster Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel Webster Elementary School?
Daniel Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Daniel Webster Elementary School offer ?
Daniel Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Daniel Webster Elementary School part of?
Daniel Webster Elementary School is part of Marshfield R-I School District.
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