Serving 138 students in grades 4-6, Kenneth C. Hanrahan 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School's student population of 138 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Kenneth C. Hanrahan 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 Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1858 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
15%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School's ranking?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School is ranked #1858 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School?
138 students attend Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School offer ?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School part of?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elementary School is part of Jennings School District.
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