Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#656 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
65%
22%
Black
18%
7%
White
7%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #656 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
180 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Emerson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson Elementary School located?
Emerson Elementary School is located in the Argentine neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Argentine.
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