Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ervin 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 12% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Ervin Early Learning Center encompasses the entire school district in Kansas City, MO, covering approximately 30.4 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ervin Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Work Hard, Be Nice!
School Rankings
Ervin 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 Ervin Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1973 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ervin Elementary School's ranking?
Ervin Elementary School is ranked #1973 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ervin Elementary School?
427 students attend Ervin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Ervin Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ervin Elementary School?
Ervin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ervin Elementary School offer ?
Ervin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ervin Elementary School part of?
Ervin Elementary School is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ervin Elementary School located?
Ervin Elementary School is located in the Hickman Mills South neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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