Barry School serves 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barry School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Barry School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
21%
15%
White
56%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
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?
374 students attend Barry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Barry School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barry School?
Barry School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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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