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Mceowen Elementary School

1901 S Halsey Ave
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 289 students in grades 4-5, Mceowen 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 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mceowen Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Mceowen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mceowen Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1326 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
29%
40%
43%
43%
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
84%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.28
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mceowen Elementary School's ranking?
Mceowen Elementary School is ranked #1326 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mceowen Elementary School?
289 students attend Mceowen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mceowen Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mceowen Elementary School?
Mceowen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mceowen Elementary School offer ?
Mceowen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mceowen Elementary School part of?
Mceowen Elementary School is part of Harrisonville R-IX School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 289 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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