Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Joel E. Barber 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 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joel E. Barber Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joel E. Barber Elementary School's student population of 505 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Buckskins empower each other to: Be the change Be lifelong learners Be productive citizens Buckskins create a community focused on: Engaging learning experiences Meaningful relationships Success through personal growth
School Rankings
Joel E. Barber 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 Joel E. Barber Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1701 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buckskins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joel E. Barber Elementary School's ranking?
Joel E. Barber Elementary School is ranked #1701 out of 2,076 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Joel E. Barber Elementary School?
505 students attend Joel E. Barber Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Joel E. Barber Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joel E. Barber Elementary School?
Joel E. Barber Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joel E. Barber Elementary School offer ?
Joel E. Barber Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joel E. Barber Elementary School part of?
Joel E. Barber Elementary School is part of Laclede County C-5 School District.
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