Below Average
#1877 of 2,221 schools in MO
M. L. King Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
4848 Woodland Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64110
Enrollment
746
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
746
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,877 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#122 of 147
public schools
In district
#24 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
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M. L. King Elementary
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About M. L. King Elementary
M. L. King Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33.
M. L. King Elementary serves approximately 746 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
M. L. King Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,877 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for M. L. King Elementary show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at M. L. King 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.
31% of students at M. L. King 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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M. L. King Elementary — Students at M. L. King Elementary score 9% 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: 6.5/10.
How M. L. King Elementary Compares
See how M. L. King 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
4848 Woodland Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M. L. King Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PROVIDENCE SCHOOL OF ARTS (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,710
Median Home Value
$238,200
Median Rent
$1,155/mo
Population
17,019
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDERSON ELEM. Anderson, MO | 4.5 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 4.5 |
| Carl Junction Primary K-1 Carl Junction, MO | 4.6 |
| GREEN TREE ELEM. Lake St. Louis, MO | 4.4 |
| MARION ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M. L. King Elementary
What grades does M. L. King Elementary serve?
M. L. King Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend M. L. King Elementary?
M. L. King Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 746 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M. L. King Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at M. L. King Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M. L. King Elementary rank in MO?
M. L. King Elementary ranks #1,877 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is M. L. King Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
M. L. King Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 M. L. King Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, M. L. King Elementary has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is M. L. King Elementary a charter school?
No, M. L. King Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M. L. King Elementary a Title I school?
No, M. L. King Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M. L. King Elementary?
100.0% of students at M. L. King 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
- 746
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (816) 418-2475
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #24 of 31
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