Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, M E Pearson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M E Pearson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
M E Pearson Elementary School's student population of 567 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
M E Pearson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M E Pearson Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
79%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M E Pearson Elementary School's ranking?
M E Pearson Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are M E Pearson Elementary School often compared to?
M E Pearson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Eugene Ware Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend M E Pearson Elementary School?
567 students attend M E Pearson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of M E Pearson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M E Pearson Elementary School?
M E Pearson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does M E Pearson Elementary School offer ?
M E Pearson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is M E Pearson Elementary School part of?
M E Pearson Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is M E Pearson Elementary School located?
M E Pearson Elementary School is located in the Riverview neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 5 other public schools located in Riverview.
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