Very Good
#723 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 33% in state
Martin City Elem.
Elementary School · GRANDVIEW C-4
201 E 133RD ST, Kansas City, MO 64145
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#723 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#41 of 147
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
GRANDVIEW C-4
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Martin City Elem.
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About Martin City Elem.
Martin City Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of GRANDVIEW C-4. Martin City Elem. serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #723 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Martin City Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Martin City 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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Martin City Elem. — Students at Martin City Elem. score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 45 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: 8.4/10.
How Martin City Elem. Compares
See how Martin City 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
201 E 133RD ST, Kansas City, MO 64145
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mission Trail Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leawood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Star Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAMBINI CREATIVI Kansas City | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| CORNERSTONE WITH CARE - OZANAM SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Leawood Elementary Leawood | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Leawood Middle Leawood | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| THE BARSTOW SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Prairie Star Elementary Leawood | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Mission Trail Elementary Leawood | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Prairie Star Middle Leawood | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| NATIVITY PARISH SCHOOL Leawood | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF LEAWOOD Leawood | 2.7 mi | — |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| WARFORD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL Overland Park | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,439
Median Home Value
$350,100
Median Rent
$1,735/mo
Population
5,057
College Educated
57.4%
Homeownership
86.2%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
54.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLADES ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin, MO | 7.1 |
| COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant, MO | 7.1 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin City Elem.
What grades does Martin City Elem. serve?
Martin City Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Martin City Elem.?
Martin City Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin City Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin City Elem. is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin City Elem. rank in MO?
Martin City Elem. ranks #723 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Martin City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Martin City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Martin City Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin City Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Martin City Elem. a charter school?
No, Martin City Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin City Elem. a Title I school?
No, Martin City Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin City Elem.?
75.2% of students at Martin City 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 640
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (816) 316-5700
Resources & Links
District
GRANDVIEW C-4- District Enrollment
- 3,689
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,435
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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