Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dobbs 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dobbs Elementary serves the northeast part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dobbs Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to create fulfilling lives in a changing world.
School Rankings
Dobbs 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 Dobbs Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1945 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
54%
15%
White
20%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dobbs Elementary School's ranking?
Dobbs Elementary School is ranked #1945 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Dobbs Elementary School?
320 students attend Dobbs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dobbs Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dobbs Elementary School?
Dobbs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dobbs Elementary School offer ?
Dobbs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dobbs Elementary School part of?
Dobbs Elementary School is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Dobbs Elementary School located?
Dobbs Elementary School is located in the Fairwood and Robandee neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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