Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Englewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Englewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Englewood Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Englewood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Englewood Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1047 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
44%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Englewood Elementary School's ranking?
West Englewood Elementary School is ranked #1047 out of 2,092 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend West Englewood Elementary School?
406 students attend West Englewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of West Englewood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Englewood Elementary School?
West Englewood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Englewood Elementary School offer ?
West Englewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Englewood Elementary School part of?
West Englewood Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Englewood Elementary School located?
West Englewood Elementary School is located in the Lakeview Terrace neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
School Reviews
5 9/29/2008
Great music and art program. Offers many extracurricular activities. Offers and recieves many awards and many programs for such. I absolutely love this school.
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