Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac's student population of 234 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac ranks within the top 1% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac is 0.61, 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
#1 out of 2084 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
32%
15%
White
53%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac's ranking?
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac is ranked #1 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac often compared to?
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Acis often viewed alongside schools like Mallinckrodt A.b.i. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac?
234 students attend Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac?
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac offer ?
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac part of?
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac located?
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac is located in the Northampton neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Northampton.
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