Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James 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 James Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2028 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
64%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
6%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
2%
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 James Elementary School's ranking?
James Elementary School is ranked #2028 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend James Elementary School?
236 students attend James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of James Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Elementary School?
James Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Elementary School offer ?
James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is James Elementary School part of?
James Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
School Reviews
5 4/18/2011
I taught here as a sub and was very impressed with the kids and their academic abilities. The school is very traditional which is very refreshing. Clearly, the teachers and parents take education very seriously as it shows in the performance of the kids.
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