Serving 312 students in grades 1-5, Bush 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bush Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Excellence is our plan, by learning all we can.
School Rankings
Bush Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bush Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1662 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
68%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
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 Bush Elementary School's ranking?
Bush Elementary School is ranked #1662 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bartley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bush Elementary School?
312 students attend Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bush Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bush Elementary School?
Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bush Elementary School offer ?
Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bush Elementary School part of?
Bush Elementary School is part of Fulton 58 School District.
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