For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 811 students in Barnhart, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 86 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Barnhart, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Barnhart, MO are James E. Freer Elementary School and Antonia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barnhart, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Barnhart have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Barnhart, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James E. Freer Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1800 Hanover
Barnhart, MO 63012
(636) 464-2951
Barnhart, MO 63012
(636) 464-2951
Gr: PK-2 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Antonia Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6798 St. Luke's Church Road
Barnhart, MO 63012
(636) 282-6970
Barnhart, MO 63012
(636) 282-6970
Gr: 6-8 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Barnhart, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Barnhart, MO include James E. Freer Elementary School and Antonia Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Barnhart?
2 public schools are located in Barnhart.
What percentage of students in Barnhart go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Barnhart are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Barnhart?
Barnhart public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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