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Ac Prep Elementary

Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33

6410 SWOPE PARKWAY, Kansas City, MO 64132

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,205 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#69 of 147

public schools

In district

#10 of 31

KANSAS CITY 33

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Ac Prep Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ac Prep Elementary

Ac Prep Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Ac Prep Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ac Prep Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,205 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Ac Prep Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Ac Prep Elementary 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 Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,743
Chronic Absenteeism27.8%

Ac Prep Elementary — Students at Ac Prep Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
11%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Ac Prep Elementary Compares

See how Ac Prep Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in MO
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

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

6410 SWOPE PARKWAY, Kansas City, MO 64132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ac Prep Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PROVIDENCE SCHOOL OF ARTS (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 0.2 mi 3.6
HOGAN PREPARATORY ACAD MIDDLE Kansas City 0.4 mi 3.2
B. BANNEKER ELEMENTARY Kansas City 0.8 mi 4.3
GLAD TIDINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT Kansas City 0.8 mi
HOLLIDAY MONTESSORI Kansas City 1.1 mi 6.4
BROOKSIDE CHARTER ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.1 mi 5.6
BROOKSIDE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHL Kansas City 1.1 mi 6.0
PROVIDENCE SCHOOL OF ARTS Kansas City 1.3 mi 6.7
Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle Kansas City 1.3 mi 6.2
EWING MARION KAUFFMAN HIGH Kansas City 1.3 mi 8.4
HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY ELEM Kansas City 1.7 mi 4.2
HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Kansas City 1.6 mi 5.4
FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-M Kansas City 1.9 mi 4.3
FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-U Kansas City 1.9 mi 5.3
CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City 2.3 mi 8.4
ST PETER'S SCHOOL Kansas City 1.9 mi 6.5
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER Kansas City 2.0 mi 7.3
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE Kansas City 2.0 mi 8.8
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER Kansas City 2.0 mi 7.1
M. L. KING ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,798

Median Home Value

$90,900

Median Rent

$1,094/mo

Population

11,775

College Educated

10.7%

Homeownership

47.3%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

30.5%

Median Age

34.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs, MO 6.2
FREDERICKTOWN INTERMEDIATE Fredericktown, MO 6.2
HAWTHORN ELEM. St. Peters, MO 6.2
HILLSBORO ELEM. Hillsboro, MO 6.2
NOEL PRIMARY Southwest City, MO 6.2
ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ac Prep Elementary

What grades does Ac Prep Elementary serve?

Ac Prep Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ac Prep Elementary?

Ac Prep Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ac Prep Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ac Prep Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ac Prep Elementary rank in MO?

Ac Prep Elementary ranks #1,205 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Ac Prep Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ac Prep Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Ac Prep Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ac Prep Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ac Prep Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ac Prep Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ac Prep Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ac Prep Elementary?

100.0% of students at Ac Prep 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

District

KANSAS CITY 33
District Enrollment
14,694
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,743
District Rank
#10 of 31

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