Serving 706 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Martin City 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 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martin City Elementary School's student population of 706 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin City Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1773 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
37%
8%
Black
38%
15%
White
18%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin City Elementary School's ranking?
Martin City Elementary School is ranked #1773 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Martin City Elementary School often compared to?
Martin City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Lakes Middle School, Grandview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Martin City Elementary School?
706 students attend Martin City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Martin City Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin City Elementary School?
Martin City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martin City Elementary School offer ?
Martin City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Martin City Elementary School part of?
Martin City Elementary School is part of Grandview C-4 School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin City Elementary School located?
Martin City Elementary School is located in the Martin City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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