Barry School serves 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barry School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barry School's student population of 348 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Barry School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
25%
15%
White
50%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Barry School?
348 students attend Barry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Barry School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barry School?
Barry School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barry School offer ?
Barry School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Barry School part of?
Barry School is part of Platte County R-III School District.
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