Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Red Bridge Elementary 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 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Bridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Red Bridge Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Center Proud
School Rankings
Red Bridge Elementary 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 Red Bridge Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
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)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
40%
15%
White
33%
67%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Red Bridge Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Red Bridge Elementary School often compared to?
Red Bridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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).
How many students attend Red Bridge Elementary School?
201 students attend Red Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Red Bridge Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Bridge Elementary School?
Red Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Red Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Red Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Bridge Elementary School part of?
Red Bridge Elementary School is part of Center 58 School District.
In what neighborhood is Red Bridge Elementary School located?
Red Bridge Elementary School is located in the Red Bridge North neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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