Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Little Blue 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Blue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Little Blue Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Blue 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 Little Blue Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1699 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
33%
15%
White
32%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Little Blue Elementary School's ranking?
Little Blue Elementary School is ranked #1699 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Little Blue Elementary School?
374 students attend Little Blue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Little Blue Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Blue Elementary School?
Little Blue Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Little Blue Elementary School offer ?
Little Blue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Little Blue Elementary School part of?
Little Blue Elementary School is part of Raytown C-2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Little Blue Elementary School located?
Little Blue 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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