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#351 of 2,043 schools in MO

Top 17% in state

Park Hill High

High School · PARK HILL

7701 NW BARRY RD, Kansas City, MO 64153

1,936
Students
17.8:1
Student-Teacher
9th – 12th
Grades Served
Top 17%
in MO

About Park Hill High

Park Hill High is a public high school in Kansas City, MO, part of the PARK HILL. The school serves approximately 1,936 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1/10, placing it in the 82.9th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $89,916, where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.09 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Exceptional36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68%
Reading/ELA Proficiency73%
Overall Proficiency71%
Expected (poverty-adj.)50%
vs. Expected+20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment1.4Significantly Below Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1

Park Hill High — Students at Park Hill High score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.8%

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 Park Hill High Compares

See how Park Hill High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
83th percentile in MO
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
1.4/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
109 teachers

Location

7701 NW BARRY RD, Kansas City, MO 64153

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CONGRESS MIDDLE KANSAS CITY 0.2 mi 7.4
ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. KANSAS CITY 0.2 mi 5.4
GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. KANSAS CITY 0.3 mi 3.4
PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. KANSAS CITY 1.0 mi 4.0
PLAZA MIDDLE KANSAS CITY 1.7 mi 6.5
ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City 1.9 mi 4.2
TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL KANSAS CITY 1.9 mi 5.4
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. KANSAS CITY 2.3 mi 7.7
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. KANSAS CITY 2.1 mi 5.7
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE KANSAS CITY 2.4 mi 8.1
GRADEN ELEM. PARKVILLE 2.5 mi 6.6
HAWTHORN ELEM. KANSAS CITY 2.2 mi 7.3
SOUTHEAST ELEM. KANSAS CITY 3.8 mi 5.0
HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY KANSAS CITY 3.4 mi 5.9
WALDEN MIDDLE KANSAS CITY 3.9 mi 7.3
PATHFINDER ELEM. KANSAS CITY 3.5 mi 3.9
UNION CHAPEL ELEM. KANSAS CITY 3.8 mi 5.2
CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City 4.5 mi 4.2
LINE CREEK ELEM. KANSAS CITY 4.6 mi 5.3
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kansas City 5.1 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64153 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,916

Median Home Value

$330,800

Median Rent

$1,141/mo

Population

6,921

College Educated

50.5%

Homeownership

54.2%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

36.4

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WILLARD HIGH WILLARD, MO 7.1
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FARMINGTON SR. HIGH FARMINGTON, MO 7.2
FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'FALLON, MO 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Hill High

What grades does Park Hill High serve?

Park Hill High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Park Hill High?

Park Hill High has an enrollment of approximately 1,936 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Hill High?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Hill High is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Hill High rank in MO?

Park Hill High is ranked #351 out of 2,043 schools in MO.

What is Park Hill High's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Hill High has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Park Hill High a charter school?

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

Is Park Hill High a Title I school?

No, Park Hill High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Hill High?

25.8% of students at Park Hill High 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
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,936
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
109
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Platte 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