North Kansas City 74 School District
School District · Kansas City, Missouri
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
33
22 elem, 6 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,136
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
33
22 elem, 6 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,136
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#179 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,136
+$1,614 vs Missouri median
District size
21,015 students
Much larger than Missouri median
About North Kansas City 74
North Kansas City 74 is a Kansas City, Missouri school district serving 33 schools. The district educates 21,015 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. The district invests $14,136 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.6/10, North Kansas City 74 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Rising Hill Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, North Kansas City 74 students show an average math proficiency of 42.8% and ELA proficiency of 48.6%.
The district includes 22 elementary schools , 6 middle schools , and 4 high schools.
District Map
Schools in North Kansas City 74, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Kansas City 74 with test data.
Schools in North Kansas City 74
33 schools Elementary Schools 22
Middle Schools 6
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Kansas City
- Total Enrollment
- 21,015
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1,518
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Kansas City 74?
North Kansas City 74 has 33 schools in total — 22 elementary, 6 middle, and 4 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Kansas City 74?
The average composite rating for North Kansas City 74 is 6.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Kansas City 74?
North Kansas City 74 spends $14,136 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Kansas City 74?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Kansas City 74 is 13.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Kansas City 74?
Rising Hill Elementary is the highest-rated school in North Kansas City 74 with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in North Kansas City 74?
Across schools in North Kansas City 74 with test data, the average math proficiency is 42.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Kansas City 74 compare to other districts in Missouri?
North Kansas City 74 has an average school rating of 6.6/10 across 33 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 42.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 48.6%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in MO
Compare North Kansas City 74 with neighboring districts in the state.
- St. Louis City (68)
- Springfield R-xii (57)
- Division of Youth Service (41)
- Columbia 93 (36)
- Mo Schls for the Sev Disabled (35)
- Kansas City 33 (33)
- Hazelwood (32)
- Independence 30 (31)
- Rockwood R-vi (31)
- Lee's Summit R-vii (29)
- Parkway C-2 (29)
- Fort Zumwalt School District (27)
- St. Joseph (25)
- Ferguson-florissant R-ii (23)
- Francis Howell R-iii (23)
- Wentzville R-iv (22)
- Blue Springs R-iv (21)
- Department of Corrections (20)
- Liberty 53 (20)
- Park Hill (20)
- Raytown C-2 (20)
- Mehlville R-ix (19)
- Fox C-6 (18)
- Jefferson City (18)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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