Serving 98 students in grades 3-5, Allen Village Elementary Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen Village Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Allen Village Elementary Academy's student population of 98 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Allen Village Elementary Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Village Elementary Academy is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1941 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
62%
8%
Black
30%
15%
White
2%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Village Elementary Academy's ranking?
Allen Village Elementary Academy is ranked #1941 out of 2,084 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Allen Village Elementary Academy?
98 students attend Allen Village Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Allen Village Elementary Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allen Village Elementary Academy?
Allen Village Elementary Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Allen Village Elementary Academy offer ?
Allen Village Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Allen Village Elementary Academy part of?
Allen Village Elementary Academy is part of Allen Village School District.
In what neighborhood is Allen Village Elementary Academy located?
Allen Village Elementary Academy is located in the Old Westport neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Old Westport.
School Reviews
5 12/28/2015
I love the Primary Academy teachers at Allen Village School. They were all so caring and willing to help my child as she progressed toward learning the things she needed for 3rd grade. The special education teachers are really nice also.
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