The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 10-14% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 54%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (09-10)
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)10-14%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)15-19%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)2%
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)40%
4%
Black
(09-10)52%
18%
White
(09-10)6%
76%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MO state average).
How many students attend Askew Elementary School?
331 students attend Askew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Askew Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Askew Elementary School offer ?
Askew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Askew Elementary School part of?
Askew Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
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