Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ellison Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than 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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ellison Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ellison Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellison Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#158 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Joseph School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellison Elementary School's ranking?
Ellison Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ellison Elementary School often compared to?
Ellison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field Elementary School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ellison Elementary School?
343 students attend Ellison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ellison Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellison Elementary School?
Ellison Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ellison Elementary School offer ?
Ellison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellison Elementary School part of?
Ellison Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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