Below Average
#1851 of 2,221 schools in MO
Bartley Elem.
Elementary School · FULTON 58
603 S BUS 54, Fulton, MO 65251
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,851 of 2,221
In Fulton
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
FULTON 58
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Bartley Elem.
Elementary School in Fulton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bartley Elem.
Bartley Elem. is a public elementary school in Fulton, MO, part of FULTON 58. Bartley Elem. serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bartley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,851 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Bartley Elem. show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bartley Elem. — Students at Bartley Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 2.8/10.
How Bartley Elem. Compares
See how Bartley 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
603 S BUS 54, Fulton, MO 65251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bartley Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH CALLAWAY ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Mokane), which scores notably higher. Another option is HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Kingdom City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 (rated 7.8/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Mokane), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KINGDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CALAWAY COUNTY Fulton | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WHEELER HIGH Fulton | 1.0 mi | — |
| WHEELER MIDDLE Fulton | 1.0 mi | — |
| STARK ELEM. Fulton | 1.1 mi | — |
| FULTON MIDDLE Fulton | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BUSH ELEM. Fulton | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fulton | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| FULTON TREATMENT CTR. Fulton | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| FULTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR Fulton | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| FULTON SR. HIGH Fulton | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SHEPHERDSFIELD SCHOOL Fulton | 3.3 mi | — |
| NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City | 8.7 mi | 6.5 |
| HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. Kingdom City | 9.7 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 Mokane | 10.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY ELEM. Mokane | 10.8 mi | 8.8 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE Mokane | 10.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY HIGH Mokane | 10.9 mi | 8.8 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield | 10.8 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield | 10.8 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,750
Median Home Value
$172,200
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
22,077
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEM. Miller, MO | 4.6 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO | 4.6 |
| INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.6 |
| LEE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 4.6 |
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.6 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bartley Elem.
What grades does Bartley Elem. serve?
Bartley Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bartley Elem.?
Bartley Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bartley Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bartley Elem. is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bartley Elem. rank in MO?
Bartley Elem. ranks #1,851 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bartley Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bartley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Bartley Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bartley Elem. has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bartley Elem. a charter school?
No, Bartley Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bartley Elem. a Title I school?
No, Bartley Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bartley Elem.?
46.0% of students at Bartley 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 252
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Callaway County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.9%
- Phone
- (573) 590-8300
Resources & Links
District
FULTON 58- District Enrollment
- 2,277
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,012
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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