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#943 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 42% in state

David Barton Elem.

Elementary School · BOONVILLE R-I

814 LOCUST ST, Boonville, MO 65233

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#943 of 2,221

In Boonville

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

BOONVILLE R-I

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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6.7/10

Elementary School in Boonville · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About David Barton Elem.

David Barton Elem. is a public elementary school in Boonville, MO, part of BOONVILLE R-I. David Barton Elem. serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. David Barton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #943 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for David Barton Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,063
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

David Barton Elem. — Students at David Barton Elem. score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
36.1%
ELA
36.3%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How David Barton Elem. Compares

See how David Barton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in MO
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

814 LOCUST ST, Boonville, MO 65233

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering David Barton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Franklin Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby New Franklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUNCETON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Bunceton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PILOT GROVE ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Pilot Grove), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boonville, see our Boonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Boonville 0.2 mi 5.7
LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE Boonville 0.3 mi 4.0
New Franklin Middle-High New Franklin 3.2 mi 5.7
BOONVILLE HIGH Boonville 2.8 mi 6.1
New Franklin Elementary New Franklin 3.2 mi 9.5
HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville 2.9 mi 5.9
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bunceton 10.2 mi
WM. N. CLARK MIDDLE Fayette 12.4 mi 4.3
LAURENCE J. DALY ELEM. Fayette 12.4 mi 6.1
FAYETTE HIGH Fayette 12.5 mi 8.1
BUNCETON ELEM. Bunceton 13.0 mi 7.9
BUNCETON HIGH Bunceton 13.0 mi 5.6
PILOT GROVE ELEM. Pilot Grove 11.4 mi 6.9
PILOT GROVE HIGH Pilot Grove 11.4 mi 6.9
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pilot Grove 11.7 mi 5.8
PRAIRIE HOME ELEM. Prairie Home 13.3 mi 6.1
PRAIRIE HOME HIGH Prairie Home 13.3 mi 6.2
BLACKWATER ELEM. Blackwater 13.8 mi 6.4
GLASGOW ELEMENTARY. Glasgow 18.4 mi 5.1
GLASGOW HIGH Glasgow 18.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,333

Median Home Value

$206,000

Median Rent

$807/mo

Population

10,853

College Educated

25.6%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek, MO 6.7
AVENUE CITY ELEM. Cosby, MO 6.7
BENTON ELEM. Marshall, MO 6.7
CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester, MO 6.7
CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville, MO 6.7
CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David Barton Elem.

What grades does David Barton Elem. serve?

David Barton Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend David Barton Elem.?

David Barton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at David Barton Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at David Barton Elem. is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does David Barton Elem. rank in MO?

David Barton Elem. ranks #943 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is David Barton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

David Barton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 David Barton Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, David Barton Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is David Barton Elem. a charter school?

No, David Barton Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is David Barton Elem. a Title I school?

No, David Barton Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Barton Elem.?

100.0% of students at David Barton 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cooper County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

BOONVILLE R-I
District Enrollment
1,661
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,063
District Rank
#1 of 4

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