Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Little Blue 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 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 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Blue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Little Blue Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Blue 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 Little Blue Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1831 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
37%
15%
White
30%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Blue Elementary School's ranking?
Little Blue Elementary School is ranked #1831 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?
10-14% 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 Little Blue Elementary School?
390 students attend Little Blue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Little Blue Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Blue Elementary School?
Little Blue Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Blue Elementary School offer ?
Little Blue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Little Blue Elementary School part of?
Little Blue Elementary School is part of Raytown C-2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Little Blue Elementary School located?
Little Blue 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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