Serving 647 students in grades 6, Eastgate 6th Grade Center 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 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastgate 6th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Eastgate 6th Grade Center's student population of 647 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Eastgate 6th Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastgate 6th Grade Center is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1592 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
47%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastgate 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Eastgate 6th Grade Center is ranked #1592 out of 2,092 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Eastgate 6th Grade Center?
647 students attend Eastgate 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Eastgate 6th Grade Center students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastgate 6th Grade Center?
Eastgate 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eastgate 6th Grade Center offer ?
Eastgate 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Eastgate 6th Grade Center part of?
Eastgate 6th Grade Center is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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