Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elkhorn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhorn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Elkhorn Elementary School's student population of 239 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger
School Rankings
Elkhorn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhorn Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhorn Elementary School's ranking?
Elkhorn Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Elkhorn Elementary School?
239 students attend Elkhorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Elkhorn Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhorn Elementary School?
Elkhorn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elkhorn Elementary School offer ?
Elkhorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhorn Elementary School part of?
Elkhorn Elementary School is part of Excelsior Springs 40 School District.
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