Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Old Bonhomme Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Bonhomme Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Old Bonhomme Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Bonhomme 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 Old Bonhomme Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#181 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
45%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Bonhomme Elementary School's ranking?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Old Bonhomme Elementary School often compared to?
Old Bonhomme Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spoede Elementary School, Conway Elementary School, Reed Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Old Bonhomme Elementary School?
391 students attend Old Bonhomme Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Old Bonhomme Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Bonhomme Elementary School?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Old Bonhomme Elementary School offer ?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Old Bonhomme Elementary School part of?
Old Bonhomme Elementary School is part of Ladue School District.
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