Excellent
#110 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 5% in state
James E. Freer Elem.
Elementary School · WINDSOR C-1
1800 HANOVER, Barnhart, MO 63012
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#110 of 2,221
In Barnhart
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
WINDSOR C-1
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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James E. Freer Elem.
Elementary School in Barnhart · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James E. Freer Elem.
James E. Freer Elem. is a public elementary school in Barnhart, MO, part of WINDSOR C-1. James E.
Freer Elem. serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. James E. Freer Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for James E. Freer Elem. show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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James E. Freer Elem. — Students at James E. Freer Elem. score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 12 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How James E. Freer Elem. Compares
See how James E. Freer 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
1800 HANOVER, Barnhart, MO 63012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James E. Freer Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONE DELL ELEM. (rated 9.4/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Arnold), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SECKMAN ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Imperial), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Arnold), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Barnhart, see our Barnhart schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Imperial | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ANTONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Barnhart | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| WINDSOR INTERMEDIATE Imperial | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| WINDSOR MIDDLE Imperial | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WINDSOR HIGH Imperial | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PEVELY ELEM. Pevely | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| WINDSOR ELEM. Imperial | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| RAYMOND NANCY HODGE ELEM. Imperial | 4.1 mi | 8.7 |
| SECKMAN SR. HIGH Imperial | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SENN-THOMAS MIDDLE Herculaneum | 4.4 mi | 3.7 |
| SECKMAN ELEM. Imperial | 4.5 mi | 9.0 |
| SECKMAN MIDDLE Imperial | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| TAYLOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Herculaneum | 4.9 mi | — |
| HERCULANEUM HIGH Herculaneum | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ANTONIA ELEM. Imperial | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arnold | 5.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold | 5.2 mi | 8.8 |
| RICHARD SIMPSON ELEM. Arnold | 5.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arnold | 5.7 mi | 5.5 |
| LONE DELL ELEM. Arnold | 6.7 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,860
Median Home Value
$228,500
Median Rent
$1,332/mo
Population
10,977
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
91.3%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BINGHAM ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.7 |
| EUGENE ELEM. Eugene, MO | 8.7 |
| JASPER CO. ELEM. Jasper, MO | 8.7 |
| LAMAR ELEM. Lamar, MO | 8.7 |
| MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights, MO | 8.7 |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton, MO | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James E. Freer Elem.
What grades does James E. Freer Elem. serve?
James E. Freer Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend James E. Freer Elem.?
James E. Freer Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James E. Freer Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at James E. Freer Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James E. Freer Elem. rank in MO?
James E. Freer Elem. ranks #110 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is James E. Freer Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
James E. Freer Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 James E. Freer Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James E. Freer Elem. has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
Is James E. Freer Elem. a charter school?
No, James E. Freer Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James E. Freer Elem. a Title I school?
No, James E. Freer Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James E. Freer Elem.?
30.8% of students at James E. Freer 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (636) 464-2951
Resources & Links
District
WINDSOR C-1- District Enrollment
- 2,959
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,176
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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