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#210 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 9% in state

Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.

Elementary School · KNOB NOSTER R-VIII

120 HOUX DR, Whiteman Afb, MO 65305

Enrollment

583

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri elementary schools

#140 of 1,202

In district

#1 of 4

KNOB NOSTER R-VIII

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.

Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. is a public elementary school in Whiteman Afb, MO, part of the KNOB NOSTER R-VIII. The school serves approximately 583 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 90.6th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 59% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.1/10).

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,250, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency62%
Overall Proficiency60%
Expected (poverty-adj.)46%
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,434

Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. — Students at Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. Compares

See how Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
91th percentile in MO
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.1/10
Above average
Environment
4.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers

Location

120 HOUX DR, Whiteman Afb, MO 65305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREEN RIDGE ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Green Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby La Monte), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WINDSOR ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Windsor), a more accessible option. For more schools in Whiteman Afb, see our Whiteman Afb schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
KNOB NOSTER HIGH Knob Noster 1.9 mi 6.3
KNOB NOSTER MIDDLE Knob Noster 2.2 mi 7.2
KNOB NOSTER ELEM. Knob Noster 2.3 mi 3.6
SHOW-ME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL La Monte 7.1 mi 6.7
WARRENSBURG HIGH Warrensburg 7.3 mi 3.8
RIDGE VIEW ELEM. Warrensburg 7.4 mi 6.1
MAPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY Warrensburg 7.8 mi 6.1
WARRENSBURG MIDDLE Warrensburg 8.0 mi 5.3
STERLING ELEM. Warrensburg 8.2 mi 4.8
LA MONTE HIGH La Monte 8.8 mi 6.5
MARTIN WARREN ELEM. Warrensburg 8.8 mi 5.8
LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte 8.9 mi 7.5
LEETON ELEM. Leeton 12.1 mi 2.5
LEETON HIGH Leeton 12.1 mi 6.1
LEETON MIDDLE Leeton 12.1 mi 3.4
GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge 11.8 mi 8.9
GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge 11.8 mi 5.5
WINDSOR HIGH Windsor 13.8 mi 5.7
WINDSOR ELEM. Windsor 14.6 mi 6.9
PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia 13.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,250

Median Rent

$1,217/mo

Population

3,660

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

0.7%

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

22.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. has a median household income of $56,250. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO 8.2
EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie, MO 8.2
FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Kansas City, MO 8.2
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty, MO 8.2
MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold, MO 8.2
OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.

What grades does Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. serve?

Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.?

Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. rank in MO?

Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. is ranked #210 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. has 50.3% math proficiency and 58.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. a charter school?

No, Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. a Title I school?

No, Whiteman A.f.b. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whiteman A.f.b. Elem.?

36.2% of students at Whiteman A.f.b. 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (361/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Johnson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

KNOB NOSTER R-VIII
District Enrollment
1,894
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,236
District Rank
#1 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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