Below Average
#1820 of 2,221 schools in MO
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.
Middle School · JENNINGS
8430 LUCAS HUNT, Jennings, MO 63136
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,820 of 2,221
In Jennings
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
JENNINGS
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.
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About Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. is a public middle school in Jennings, MO, part of JENNINGS. Kenneth C.
Hanrahan Elem. serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,820 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. runs 26.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. 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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Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. — Students at Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. score 31% proficient, which is above 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 MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 5.8/10.
How Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. Compares
See how Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8430 LUCAS HUNT, Jennings, MO 63136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westview Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a very similar rating. Another option is FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE (rated 3.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH (rated 3.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jennings, see our Jennings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 0.9 mi | — |
| FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE Jennings | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| KOCH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| BERMUDA ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| HERZOG ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| THE INNOVATION SCHOOL AT CV St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,388
Median Home Value
$77,300
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
41,314
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE EYE MIDDLE Blue Eye, MO | 4.7 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACAD MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 4.7 |
| GALLATIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Gallatin, MO | 4.8 |
| SENATH-HORNERSVILLE MIDDLE SCH Hornersville, MO | 4.8 |
| SHERWOOD MIDDLE Creighton, MO | 4.8 |
| BLOOMFIELD MIDDLE Bloomfield, MO | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.
What grades does Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. serve?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. rank in MO?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. ranks #1,820 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. a charter school?
No, Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. a Title I school?
No, Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kenneth C. Hanrahan Elem.?
100.0% of students at Kenneth C. Hanrahan 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (314) 653-8190
Resources & Links
District
JENNINGS- District Enrollment
- 2,331
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,748
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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