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#1497 of 2,221 schools in MO
George Melcher Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
3958 CHELSEA, Kansas City, MO 64130
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,497 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#90 of 147
public schools
In district
#19 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About George Melcher Elementary
George Melcher Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. George Melcher Elementary serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George Melcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,497 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for George Melcher Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at George Melcher Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at George Melcher Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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George Melcher Elementary — Students at George Melcher Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.4/10.
How George Melcher Elementary Compares
See how George Melcher Elementary 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
3958 CHELSEA, Kansas City, MO 64130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Melcher Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL INC. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY ELEM Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| M. L. KING ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City | 2.2 mi | — |
| TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GLAD TIDINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT Kansas City | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,770
Median Home Value
$71,500
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
19,697
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.7%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty, MO | 5.5 |
| BELVIDERE ELEM. Grandview, MO | 5.5 |
| BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore, MO | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Weston, MO | 5.5 |
| CHANCE ELEM. Centralia, MO | 5.5 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood, MO | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Melcher Elementary
What grades does George Melcher Elementary serve?
George Melcher Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend George Melcher Elementary?
George Melcher Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Melcher Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at George Melcher Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Melcher Elementary rank in MO?
George Melcher Elementary ranks #1,497 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is George Melcher Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
George Melcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 George Melcher Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Melcher Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George Melcher Elementary a charter school?
No, George Melcher Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Melcher Elementary a Title I school?
No, George Melcher Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Melcher Elementary?
100.0% of students at George Melcher Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (816) 418-6735
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #19 of 31
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