Below Average
#1973 of 2,216 schools in MO
David Barton Elem.
Elementary School · BOONVILLE R-I
814 LOCUST ST, Boonville, MO 65233
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Boonville
#4 of 4
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#1,042 of 1,202
In district
#4 of 4
BOONVILLE R-I
About David Barton Elem.
David Barton Elem is a regular public elementary school located in Boonville, Missouri. Serving students from third to fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 337 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1 with 23 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at David Barton Elem shows room for improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and a state ranking of #2031 out of 2234 schools in Missouri.
On standardized tests, 36% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 31% meet the same standard in Math. Located in a town setting, David Barton Elem is part of the community's educational landscape, offering a range of programs and activities to support its student body. Despite the lower academic scores, the school focuses on developing well-rounded students through various extracurricular opportunities and community involvement.
The school sits at the heart of Boonville, making it an integral part of the local neighborhood.
Score Breakdown
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David Barton Elem. — Students at David Barton Elem. score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.6/10.
How David Barton Elem. Compares
See how David Barton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 37% (2019) to 26% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 43% (2019) to 29% (2022).
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. PRAIRIE HOME ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Prairie Home), which scores notably higher. Another option is PILOT GROVE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Pilot Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Franklin Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby New Franklin), which scores notably higher. 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 | 5.9 |
| New Franklin Middle-High New Franklin | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| BOONVILLE HIGH Boonville | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| New Franklin Elementary New Franklin | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bunceton | 10.2 mi | — |
| WM. N. CLARK MIDDLE Fayette | 12.4 mi | 2.8 |
| LAURENCE J. DALY ELEM. Fayette | 12.4 mi | 3.7 |
| FAYETTE HIGH Fayette | 12.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BUNCETON ELEM. Bunceton | 13.0 mi | 6.3 |
| BUNCETON HIGH Bunceton | 13.0 mi | 5.3 |
| PILOT GROVE ELEM. Pilot Grove | 11.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PILOT GROVE HIGH Pilot Grove | 11.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pilot Grove | 11.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PRAIRIE HOME ELEM. Prairie Home | 13.3 mi | 9.2 |
| PRAIRIE HOME HIGH Prairie Home | 13.3 mi | 5.0 |
| BLACKWATER ELEM. Blackwater | 13.8 mi | 7.2 |
| GLASGOW ELEMENTARY. Glasgow | 18.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GLASGOW HIGH Glasgow | 18.4 mi | 5.4 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding David Barton Elem. has a median household income of $64,333. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,000, with a median rent of $807/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee, MO | 4.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.4 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis, MO | 4.4 |
| PATHFINDER ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 4.4 |
| ROUNTREE ELEM. Springfield, MO | 4.4 |
| SOUTH SHELBY ELEMENTARY Shelbina, MO | 4.4 |
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. is ranked #1973 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is David Barton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
David Barton Elem. has a composite rating of 4.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at David Barton Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, David Barton Elem. has 30.7% math proficiency and 35.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (2,179/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Boonville). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (660) 882-6527
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BOONVILLE R-I- District Enrollment
- 1,661
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,063
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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