Barfield Early Childhood Center serves 392 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barfield Early Childhood Center's student population of 392 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Barfield Early Childhood Center is 0.49, which is less 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
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
70%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Barfield Early Childhood Center?
392 students attend Barfield Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Barfield Early Childhood Center students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barfield Early Childhood Center?
Barfield Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barfield Early Childhood Center offer ?
Barfield Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Barfield Early Childhood Center part of?
Barfield Early Childhood Center is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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