From McEowen Intermediate School, "McEowen Intermediate School is our upper elementary school for third, fourth, and fifth grade Wildcats. During their three years at McEowen, students have the opportunity to give back to our community through service projects, take on a "job" at the school, learn about our history in a one-room schoolhouse on the campus, and play musical instruments all while learning and working together with their classroom family."
Serving 271 students in grades 4-5, Mceowen 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 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCEOWEN ELEM.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harrisonville, MO, covering approximately 98.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mceowen Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mceowen 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 Mceowen Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1326 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mceowen Elementary School's ranking?
Mceowen Elementary School is ranked #1326 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mceowen Elementary School?
271 students attend Mceowen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mceowen Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mceowen Elementary School?
Mceowen Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mceowen Elementary School offer ?
Mceowen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mceowen Elementary School part of?
Mceowen Elementary School is part of Harrisonville R-IX School District.
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