Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
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 Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1848 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
50%
15%
White
20%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Citizens Of The World Charter School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elementary School's ranking?
Elementary School is ranked #1848 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Elementary School often compared to?
Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School, Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Elementary School?
244 students attend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elementary School?
Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elementary School offer ?
Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary School part of?
Elementary School is part of Citizens Of The World Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Elementary School located?
Elementary School is located in the Old Hyde Park neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Old Hyde Park.
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