Serving 402 students in grades 9-12, Ewing Marion Kauffman High 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Ewing Marion Kauffman High 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 Ewing Marion Kauffman High School is 0.37, 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
#783 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
78%
15%
White
2%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ewing Marion Kauffman High School's ranking?
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School is ranked #783 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?
40-44% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Ewing Marion Kauffman High School?
The graduation rate of Ewing Marion Kauffman High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ewing Marion Kauffman High School?
402 students attend Ewing Marion Kauffman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ewing Marion Kauffman High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ewing Marion Kauffman High School?
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ewing Marion Kauffman High School offer ?
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ewing Marion Kauffman High School part of?
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School is part of Ewing Marion Kauffman School District.
In what neighborhood is Ewing Marion Kauffman High School located?
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School is located in the Blenheim Square Research Hospital neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Blenheim Square Research Hospital.
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