Freda Markley Early Childhood serves 190 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freda Markley Early Childhood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Freda Markley Early Childhood's student population of 190 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Enriching the Mind of a Student One Day at A Time
School Rankings
The diversity score of Freda Markley Early Childhood is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
62%
15%
White
11%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Freda Markley Early Childhood?
190 students attend Freda Markley Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Freda Markley Early Childhood students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freda Markley Early Childhood?
Freda Markley Early Childhood has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Freda Markley Early Childhood offer ?
Freda Markley Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freda Markley Early Childhood part of?
Freda Markley Early Childhood is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Freda Markley Early Childhood located?
Freda Markley Early Childhood is located in the Robandee South neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Robandee South.
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