M. L. King Elementary School
M. L. King Elementary School serves 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
M. L. King Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 30% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- 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
M. L. King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
M. L. King Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
M. L. King Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of M. L. King Elementary School is 0.26, which is less 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
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
86%
15%
White
5%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. L. King Elementary School's ranking?
M. L. King Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for: Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 5%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 20%).
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 M. L. King Elementary School?
475 students attend M. L. King Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of M. L. King Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 M. L. King Elementary School?
M. L. King Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does M. L. King Elementary School offer ?
M. L. King Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is M. L. King Elementary School part of?
M. L. King Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
School Reviews
4 7/21/2021
I believe these teachers are I know! they're doing the best they can! I have ALLWAYS had nothing but teachers from King Elementary work towards making my stubborn but smart daughter do and obtain nothing but the best education on her level she can obtain! I was ALLWAYS notified of any absences, issues with homework are conducted in class to what she needs to get better at to pass to next grade! They took the time I mean one on one planning! I would not trade this teacher for anything and I would just like to say as a parent I plan on doing more on my part to see that what there trying to accomplish happens! If you don't hear it enough thank you from secretary because she Important it takes a lot to do her job she cares! to the teachers that teach! Thank You please keep up great work!
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