Serving 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hancock Place Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock Place Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hancock Place Elementary School's student population of 618 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Hancock Place Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock Place Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
22%
15%
White
55%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Place Elementary School's ranking?
Hancock Place Elementary School is ranked #1624 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hancock Place Elementary School often compared to?
Hancock Place Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forder Elementary School, Bayless Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hancock Place Elementary School?
618 students attend Hancock Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hancock Place Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock Place Elementary School?
Hancock Place Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hancock Place Elementary School offer ?
Hancock Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Place Elementary School part of?
Hancock Place Elementary School is part of Hancock Place School District.
School Reviews
5 1/25/2011
I think your child should go tour Hancock because this is a school your child you will love!!! I am 11 and had the most wonderful teachers...They have okay lunches so I suggest have your child eat school lunch the first day.If your child does go to Hancock he/she will never be left out nor,want to miss anything or any day!!!!
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