Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, George Melcher 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 6-9% (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 97% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Melcher Elementary serves the eastern part of the Kansas City, MO school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance to the zone's edge of 1.4 miles and the furthest point being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Melcher Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Melcher 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 George Melcher Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1989 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Melcher Elementary School's ranking?
George Melcher Elementary School is ranked #1989 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are George Melcher Elementary School often compared to?
George Melcher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Dual Language School, Genesis School Inc. by visitors of our site.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend George Melcher Elementary School?
341 students attend George Melcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of George Melcher Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Melcher Elementary School?
George Melcher Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does George Melcher Elementary School offer ?
George Melcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Melcher Elementary School part of?
George Melcher Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is George Melcher Elementary School located?
George Melcher Elementary School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 14 other public schools located in East Side.
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