Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gladstone 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladstone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gladstone Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gladstone Elementary School 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 Gladstone Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1768 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
41%
8%
Black
28%
15%
White
12%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladstone Elementary School's ranking?
Gladstone Elementary School is ranked #1768 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Gladstone Elementary School?
391 students attend Gladstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Gladstone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladstone Elementary School?
Gladstone Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gladstone Elementary School offer ?
Gladstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Gladstone Elementary School part of?
Gladstone Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2019
This school is really good for the neighborhood. These kids are getting out of these bad situations with a good elementary education. I am proud to be associated with Gladstone!
5 4/10/2012
This school is super awsome. I have learned so much at this school that i was able to improve on my reading scores. I am a fifth grade student in 8th grade reading. Great school!
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