Serving 282 students in grades 2-5, Abraham Mallinson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abraham Mallinson Elementary serves the northwest part of Independence, MO, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abraham Mallinson Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abraham Mallinson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Mallinson Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1716 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
31%
9%
Black
17%
15%
White
42%
67%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Mallinson Elementary School's ranking?
Abraham Mallinson Elementary School is ranked #1716 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Abraham Mallinson Elementary School?
282 students attend Abraham Mallinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Abraham Mallinson Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abraham Mallinson Elementary School?
Abraham Mallinson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Abraham Mallinson Elementary School offer ?
Abraham Mallinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abraham Mallinson Elementary School part of?
Abraham Mallinson Elementary School is part of Independence 30 School District.
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