Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Korte 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 20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Korte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Korte Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Korte Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Korte Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1815 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
41%
8%
Black
14%
15%
White
36%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Korte Elementary School's ranking?
Korte Elementary School is ranked #1815 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Korte Elementary School?
460 students attend Korte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Korte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Korte Elementary School?
Korte Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Korte Elementary School offer ?
Korte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Korte Elementary School part of?
Korte Elementary School is part of Independence 30 School District.
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