Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wyland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wyland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wyland Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wyland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wyland Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1771 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
8%
Black
39%
15%
White
21%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wyland Elementary School's ranking?
Wyland Elementary School is ranked #1771 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wyland Elementary School?
518 students attend Wyland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Wyland Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wyland Elementary School?
Wyland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wyland Elementary School offer ?
Wyland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wyland Elementary School part of?
Wyland Elementary School is part of Ritenour School District.
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