Excellent
#27 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 1% in state
Barretts Elem.
Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2
1780 CARMAN RD, Manchester, MO 63021
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#27 of 2,221
In Manchester
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 29
PARKWAY C-2
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Barretts Elem.
Elementary School in Manchester · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barretts Elem.
Barretts Elem. is a public elementary school in Manchester, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Barretts Elem. serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Barretts Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Barretts Elem. show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Barretts Elem. — Students at Barretts Elem. score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Barretts Elem. Compares
See how Barretts Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1780 CARMAN RD, Manchester, MO 63021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barretts Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fenton), with a comparable rating. Another option is GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Kirkwood), a more accessible option. Additionally, HANNA WOODS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Ballwin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin | 0.4 mi | — |
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST GERARD MAJELLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kirkwood | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ST AUSTIN SCHOOL Chesterfield | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Peres | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTH HIGH Manchester | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester | 2.7 mi | — |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,822
Median Home Value
$324,300
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
56,297
College Educated
62.1%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie, MO | 9.2 |
| CANTON ELEM. Canton, MO | 9.2 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 9.2 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 9.1 |
| CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. Crystal City, MO | 9.1 |
| EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barretts Elem.
What grades does Barretts Elem. serve?
Barretts Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Barretts Elem.?
Barretts Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barretts Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Barretts Elem. is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barretts Elem. rank in MO?
Barretts Elem. ranks #27 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Barretts Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Barretts Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Barretts Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barretts Elem. has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Barretts Elem. a charter school?
No, Barretts Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barretts Elem. a Title I school?
No, Barretts Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barretts Elem.?
6.0% of students at Barretts Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (314) 415-6000
Resources & Links
District
PARKWAY C-2- District Enrollment
- 16,924
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,983
- District Rank
- #1 of 29
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