Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher 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 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildkitten
School Rankings
Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#754 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
67%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildkitten
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School is ranked #754 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas J. Ultican Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunny Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% 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 Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School?
430 students attend Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% 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 Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School?
Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School offer ?
Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School part of?
Thomas J. Ultican Elementary School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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