Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chouteau 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chouteau Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chouteau Elementary School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chouteau 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 Chouteau Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1094 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
24%
15%
White
46%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
North Kansas City 74 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chouteau Elementary School's ranking?
Chouteau Elementary School is ranked #1094 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Chouteau Elementary School often compared to?
Chouteau Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kellybrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Chouteau Elementary School?
346 students attend Chouteau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chouteau Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chouteau Elementary School?
Chouteau Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chouteau Elementary School offer ?
Chouteau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chouteau Elementary School part of?
Chouteau Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Chouteau Elementary School located?
Chouteau Elementary School is located in the Chouteau Estates neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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