Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, George Melcher 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-6
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Melcher Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George Melcher Elementary School's student population of 331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Melcher 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 George Melcher Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2033 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
8%
Black
64%
15%
White
4%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
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 George Melcher Elementary School's ranking?
George Melcher Elementary School is ranked #2033 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are George Melcher Elementary School often compared to?
George Melcher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Dual Language School, Genesis School Inc. by visitors of our site.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend George Melcher Elementary School?
331 students attend George Melcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of George Melcher Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Melcher Elementary School?
George Melcher Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does George Melcher Elementary School offer ?
George Melcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is George Melcher Elementary School part of?
George Melcher Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is George Melcher Elementary School located?
George Melcher Elementary School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 14 other public schools located in East Side.
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