Average
#1501 of 2,221 schools in MO
Alexander Doniphan Elem.
Elementary School · LIBERTY 53
1900 CLAY DR, Liberty, MO 64068
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,501 of 2,221
In Liberty
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#11 of 17
LIBERTY 53
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Alexander Doniphan Elem.
Elementary School in Liberty · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alexander Doniphan Elem.
Alexander Doniphan Elem. is a public elementary school in Liberty, MO, part of LIBERTY 53. Alexander Doniphan Elem. serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Alexander Doniphan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,501 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Alexander Doniphan Elem. show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Alexander Doniphan Elem. — Students at Alexander Doniphan Elem. score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.0/10.
How Alexander Doniphan Elem. Compares
See how Alexander Doniphan Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1900 CLAY DR, Liberty, MO 64068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alexander Doniphan Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | — |
| LIBERTY HIGH Liberty | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RIDGEVIEW ELEM. Liberty | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
| MAPLE PARK MIDDLE Kansas City | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,425
Median Home Value
$268,200
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
37,466
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELVIDERE ELEM. Grandview, MO | 5.5 |
| BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore, MO | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Weston, MO | 5.5 |
| CHANCE ELEM. Centralia, MO | 5.5 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood, MO | 5.5 |
| CROSSROADS - QUALITY HILL Kansas City, MO | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alexander Doniphan Elem.
What grades does Alexander Doniphan Elem. serve?
Alexander Doniphan Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alexander Doniphan Elem.?
Alexander Doniphan Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexander Doniphan Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Alexander Doniphan Elem. is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alexander Doniphan Elem. rank in MO?
Alexander Doniphan Elem. ranks #1,501 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Alexander Doniphan Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Alexander Doniphan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Alexander Doniphan Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alexander Doniphan Elem. has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Alexander Doniphan Elem. a charter school?
No, Alexander Doniphan Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alexander Doniphan Elem. a Title I school?
No, Alexander Doniphan Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alexander Doniphan Elem.?
24.3% of students at Alexander Doniphan 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
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (816) 736-5400
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY 53- District Enrollment
- 12,154
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,179
- District Rank
- #11 of 17
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