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#784 of 1,294 schools in KS
Banneker Elem
Elementary School · Kansas City
2026 N 4th Street, Kansas City, KS 66101
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#784 of 1,294
In Kansas City
#24 of 54
public schools
In district
#17 of 42
Kansas City
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Banneker Elem
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About Banneker Elem
Banneker Elem is a public elementary school in Kansas City, KS, part of Kansas City. Banneker Elem serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Banneker Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #784 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Banneker Elem show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Banneker Elem sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
33% of students at Banneker Elem were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Banneker Elem — Students at Banneker Elem score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Banneker Elem Compares
See how Banneker Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2026 N 4th Street, Kansas City, KS 66101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Banneker Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whittier Elem (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mark Twain Elem (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, M E Pearson Elem (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Elem Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Sumner Academy of Arts & Science Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Douglass Elem Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Bridges/Wyandot Academy Kansas City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bertram Caruthers Elem Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| School for Blind Elementary Kansas City | 1.3 mi | — |
| School for Blind High Kansas City | 1.3 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary School Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| M E Pearson Elem Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Carl B. Bruce Middle School Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BISHOP WARD HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Central Middle Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Whittier Elem Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Chelsea Elem Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Mark Twain Elem Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CROSSROADS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CROSSROADS - QUALITY HILL Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Wyandotte High Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| PRIMITIVO GARCIA ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,819
Median Home Value
$77,300
Median Rent
$789/mo
Population
12,463
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
42.4%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
28%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Altamont Elem Altamont, KS | 6.0 |
| Canton-Galva Elementary Galva, KS | 6.0 |
| Central Elem Olathe, KS | 6.0 |
| Eisenhower Elem Wellington, KS | 6.0 |
| Lyndon Elem Lyndon, KS | 6.0 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita, KS | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Banneker Elem
What grades does Banneker Elem serve?
Banneker Elem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Banneker Elem?
Banneker Elem has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Banneker Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Banneker Elem is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Banneker Elem rank in KS?
Banneker Elem ranks #784 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Banneker Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Banneker Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Banneker Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Banneker Elem has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Banneker Elem a charter school?
No, Banneker Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Banneker Elem a Title I school?
No, Banneker Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Banneker Elem?
82.8% of students at Banneker Elem qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wyandotte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (913) 627-4700
Resources & Links
District
Kansas City- District Enrollment
- 21,132
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,613
- District Rank
- #17 of 42
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