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#748 of 1,294 schools in KS
Frances Willard Elem
Elementary School · Kansas City
3400 Orville, Kansas City, KS 66102
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#748 of 1,294
In Kansas City
#23 of 54
public schools
In district
#16 of 42
Kansas City
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Frances Willard Elem
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About Frances Willard Elem
Frances Willard Elem is a public elementary school in Kansas City, KS, part of Kansas City. Frances Willard Elem serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frances Willard Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #748 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Frances Willard Elem show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Frances Willard 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.
36% of students at Frances Willard 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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Frances Willard Elem — Students at Frances Willard Elem score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
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: 6.7/10.
How Frances Willard Elem Compares
See how Frances Willard Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3400 Orville, Kansas City, KS 66102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frances Willard Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Elem (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mark Twain Elem (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whittier Elem (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wyandotte High Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Mark Twain Elem Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| BISHOP WARD HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Chelsea Elem Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Eugene Ware Elem Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elementary School Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Carl B. Bruce Middle School Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| West Park Elementary School Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| M E Pearson Elem Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| School for Blind Elementary Kansas City | 1.6 mi | — |
| School for Blind High Kansas City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Quindaro Elem Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| John Fiske Elem Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Douglass Elem Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Whittier Elem Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Emerson Elem Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| New Stanley Elem Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Bertram Caruthers Elem Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Central Middle Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,218
Median Home Value
$105,000
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
30,062
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
29.7
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|---|---|
| Anthony Elementary Leavenworth, KS | 6.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Kansas City, KS | 6.1 |
| Freeman Elem Haysville, KS | 6.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Shawnee, KS | 6.1 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Overland Park, KS | 6.1 |
| Haven Elem Haven, KS | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frances Willard Elem
What grades does Frances Willard Elem serve?
Frances Willard Elem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Frances Willard Elem?
Frances Willard Elem has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frances Willard Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Frances Willard Elem is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frances Willard Elem rank in KS?
Frances Willard Elem ranks #748 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Frances Willard Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Frances Willard Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Frances Willard Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frances Willard Elem has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Frances Willard Elem a charter school?
No, Frances Willard Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frances Willard Elem a Title I school?
No, Frances Willard Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frances Willard Elem?
95.5% of students at Frances Willard 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
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wyandotte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (913) 627-6100
Resources & Links
District
Kansas City- District Enrollment
- 21,132
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,613
- District Rank
- #16 of 42
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