Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kearney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kearney Elementary serves the southern part of Kearney, MO, covering an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kearney Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving Together for Academic Responsibility and Success
School Rankings
Kearney Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kearney Elementary School is 0.21, which is less 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
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearney Elementary School's ranking?
Kearney Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kearney Elementary School often compared to?
Kearney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ravenwood Elementary School, Kellybrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kearney Elementary School?
223 students attend Kearney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kearney Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kearney Elementary School?
Kearney Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kearney Elementary School offer ?
Kearney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kearney Elementary School part of?
Kearney Elementary School is part of Kearney R-I School District.
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