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#235 of 2,043 schools in MO

Top 12% in state

Rising Hill Elementary

Elementary School · NORTH KANSAS CITY 74

7301 NE 108TH ST., Kansas City, MO 64157

391
Students
13.5:1
Student-Teacher
Pre-K – 5th
Grades Served
Top 12%
in MO

About Rising Hill Elementary

Rising Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of the NORTH KANSAS CITY 74. The school serves approximately 391 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5/10, placing it in the 88.5th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $137,681, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.7Exceptional36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)46%
vs. Expected+23.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.6Below Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1

Rising Hill Elementary — Students at Rising Hill Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Rising Hill Elementary Compares

See how Rising Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
89th percentile in MO
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
7.7/10
Above average
Environment
4.6/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers

Location

7301 NE 108TH ST., Kansas City, MO 64157

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL KANSAS CITY 0.1 mi 2.7
SHOAL CREEK ELEM. KANSAS CITY 2.6 mi 5.7
BELL PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY KANSAS CITY 2.5 mi 5.1
NORTHVIEW ELEMENTARY KANSAS CITY 2.7 mi 5.2
STALEY HIGH KANSAS CITY 2.7 mi 3.1
LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. KANSAS CITY 3.4 mi 4.2
GATEWAY 6TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City 3.0 mi 6.4
NORTHWEST REG. YOUTH CTR. KANSAS CITY 3.3 mi 4.4
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. LIBERTY 3.1 mi 7.0
WARREN HILLS ELEM. LIBERTY 3.1 mi 4.8
EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. KANSAS CITY 3.9 mi 4.4
LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL LIBERTY 3.3 mi 3.8
EPIC ELEMENTARY LIBERTY 4.1 mi 7.9
LIBERTY HIGH LIBERTY 4.0 mi 5.6
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBERTY 4.5 mi 4.3
SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE LIBERTY 4.7 mi 4.2
MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL KANSAS CITY 4.3 mi 5.5
ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. LIBERTY 4.7 mi 6.9
FOX HILL ELEMENTARY KANSAS CITY 4.1 mi 5.0
HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBERTY 4.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,681

Median Home Value

$360,800

Median Rent

$1,970/mo

Population

22,429

College Educated

51.8%

Homeownership

91.3%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

1.3%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HAWTHORNE ELEM. KEARNEY, MO 7.5
JOSEPH L. MUDD ELEM. O'FALLON, MO 7.5
NORTH ELEM. OZARK, MO 7.5
RAY MILLER ELEM. KIRKSVILLE, MO 7.5
ATHENA ELEM. DESOTO, MO 7.4
CALIFORNIA ELEM. CALIFORNIA, MO 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rising Hill Elementary

What grades does Rising Hill Elementary serve?

Rising Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rising Hill Elementary?

Rising Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rising Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rising Hill Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rising Hill Elementary rank in MO?

Rising Hill Elementary is ranked #235 out of 2,043 schools in MO.

What is Rising Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rising Hill Elementary has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Rising Hill Elementary a charter school?

No, Rising Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rising Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Rising Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rising Hill Elementary?

35.8% of students at Rising Hill Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Clay County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details