Very Good
#591 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 27% in state
Ellison Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
45 SE 85TH RD, St. Joseph, MO 64507
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#591 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#5 of 22
public schools
In district
#4 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Ellison Elem.
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About Ellison Elem.
Ellison Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Ellison Elem. serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellison Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ellison Elem. show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Ellison Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Ellison Elem. — Students at Ellison Elem. score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Ellison Elem. Compares
See how Ellison Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
45 SE 85TH RD, St. Joseph, MO 64507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellison Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SKAITH ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.5 mi | — |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
| EAST BUCHANAN MIDDLE Easton | 5.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 5.1 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| AVENUE CITY ELEM. Cosby | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 5.5 mi | 7.2 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 5.6 mi | 3.1 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 6.2 mi | 3.5 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 6.1 mi | 4.0 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 6.3 mi | 5.7 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.3 mi | 8.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.5 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,014
Median Home Value
$134,000
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
14,159
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADRIAN ELEM. Adrian, MO | 7.4 |
| ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.4 |
| BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis, MO | 7.4 |
| BOONE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.4 |
| CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy, MO | 7.4 |
| F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood, MO | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellison Elem.
What grades does Ellison Elem. serve?
Ellison Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ellison Elem.?
Ellison Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellison Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellison Elem. is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellison Elem. rank in MO?
Ellison Elem. ranks #591 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ellison Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ellison Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ellison Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ellison Elem. has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ellison Elem. a charter school?
No, Ellison Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellison Elem. a Title I school?
No, Ellison Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ellison Elem.?
39.4% of students at Ellison Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.1%
- Phone
- (816) 667-5316
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District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #4 of 20
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