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Very Good

#357 of 1,294 schools in KS

Top 28% in state

New Stanley Elem

Elementary School · Kansas City

3604 Metropolitan, Kansas City, KS 66106

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#357 of 1,294

In Kansas City

#6 of 54

public schools

In district

#5 of 42

Kansas City

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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New Stanley Elem

7.6/10

Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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About New Stanley Elem

New Stanley Elem is a public elementary school in Kansas City, KS, part of Kansas City. New Stanley Elem serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Stanley Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #357 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for New Stanley Elem show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at New Stanley 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.2% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,613
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

New Stanley Elem — Students at New Stanley Elem score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
19.7%
ELA
24.3%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How New Stanley Elem Compares

See how New Stanley Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
73th percentile in KS
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3604 Metropolitan, Kansas City, KS 66106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Stanley Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Elem (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Junction Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Whittier Elem (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Emerson Elem Kansas City 0.5 mi 8.7
Silver City Elem Kansas City 0.8 mi 6.0
J C Harmon High Kansas City 1.0 mi 4.1
Beyond the Bell Kansas City 1.2 mi
Argentine Middle Kansas City 1.0 mi 4.4
Junction Elementary Kansas City 1.3 mi 8.5
Noble Prentis Elem Kansas City 1.7 mi 4.7
John Fiske Elem Kansas City 1.8 mi 5.2
Turner High Kansas City 1.9 mi 3.7
Turner Middle School Kansas City 1.9 mi 3.9
Midland Trail Kansas City 2.3 mi 7.1
Frances Willard Elem Kansas City 2.5 mi 6.1
Oak Grove Elem Kansas City 2.1 mi 6.6
Turner Elem Kansas City 2.0 mi 7.4
Whittier Elem Kansas City 2.5 mi 7.7
Thomas A Edison Elem Kansas City 2.6 mi 6.8
Wyandotte High Kansas City 2.9 mi 3.9
Central Middle Kansas City 2.5 mi 3.8
BISHOP WARD HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 2.9 mi 6.8
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City 2.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,294

Median Home Value

$154,500

Median Rent

$944/mo

Population

23,762

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

34.7

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CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Topeka, KS 7.6
Erie Elementary Erie, KS 7.6
Garfield Elem Augusta, KS 7.6
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hutchinson, KS 7.6
Humboldt Elementary School Humboldt, KS 7.6
Lincoln Elem Mcpherson, KS 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Stanley Elem

What grades does New Stanley Elem serve?

New Stanley Elem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend New Stanley Elem?

New Stanley Elem has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Stanley Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at New Stanley Elem is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Stanley Elem rank in KS?

New Stanley Elem ranks #357 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is New Stanley Elem's MySchoolScout rating?

New Stanley Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 New Stanley Elem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Stanley Elem has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Stanley Elem a charter school?

No, New Stanley Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Stanley Elem a Title I school?

No, New Stanley Elem is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Stanley Elem?

93.8% of students at New Stanley 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wyandotte County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Kansas City
District Enrollment
21,132
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,613
District Rank
#5 of 42

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