Serving 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ervin 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 9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ervin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ervin Elementary School's student population of 641 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ervin Elementary School 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 Ervin Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2018 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
63%
15%
White
8%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ervin Elementary School's ranking?
Ervin Elementary School is ranked #2018 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ervin Elementary School?
641 students attend Ervin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ervin Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ervin Elementary School?
Ervin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ervin Elementary School offer ?
Ervin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ervin Elementary School part of?
Ervin Elementary School is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Ervin Elementary School located?
Ervin Elementary School is located in the Hickman Mills South neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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