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Junction Elementary School

2570 South 42nd Street
Kansas City, KS 66106
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Junction Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50% in KS
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Junction Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Junction Elementary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Junction Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junction Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KS)
#394 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
31%
35-39%
32%
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
53%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
33%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Junction Elementary School's ranking?
Junction Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Junction Elementary School often compared to?
Junction Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Midland Trail, Mckinley 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 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Junction Elementary School?
243 students attend Junction Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Junction Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junction Elementary School?
Junction Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Junction Elementary School offer ?
Junction Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Junction Elementary School part of?
Junction Elementary School is part of Turner-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Junction Elementary School located?
Junction Elementary School is located in the Argentine neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Argentine.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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