Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kratz 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 19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kratz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kratz Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kratz 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 Kratz Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1785 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
24%
8%
Black
51%
15%
White
14%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kratz Elementary School's ranking?
Kratz Elementary School is ranked #1785 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kratz Elementary School often compared to?
Kratz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ladue Fifth Grade Center, Valley Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kratz Elementary School?
467 students attend Kratz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Kratz Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kratz Elementary School?
Kratz Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kratz Elementary School offer ?
Kratz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kratz Elementary School part of?
Kratz Elementary School is part of Ritenour School District.
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