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#587 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 26% in state

Alfred L. Renner Elem.

Elementary School · PARK HILL

7401 NW BARRY RD, Kansas City, MO 64153

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#587 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#33 of 147

public schools

In district

#8 of 18

PARK HILL

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Alfred L. Renner Elem.

7.4/10

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

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About Alfred L. Renner Elem.

Alfred L. Renner Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of PARK HILL. Alfred L.

Renner Elem. serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfred L. Renner Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #587 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Alfred L. Renner Elem. show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,382
Chronic Absenteeism18.3%

Alfred L. Renner Elem. — Students at Alfred L. Renner Elem. score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
30.9%
ELA
40.7%
2025
Math
33.1%
ELA
44.2%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Alfred L. Renner Elem. Compares

See how Alfred L. Renner Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
74th percentile in MO
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

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

7401 NW BARRY RD, Kansas City, MO 64153

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alfred L. Renner Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAWTHORN ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINE CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City 0.2 mi 5.8
CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City 0.3 mi 5.0
GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. Kansas City 0.4 mi 3.2
PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. Kansas City 1.0 mi 7.8
PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City 1.5 mi 5.2
ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City 1.8 mi 5.3
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City 1.9 mi 4.0
TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL Kansas City 1.8 mi 6.3
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City 2.2 mi 7.8
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Kansas City 2.3 mi 6.7
GRADEN ELEM. Parkville 2.5 mi 4.1
HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City 2.3 mi 8.1
SOUTHEAST ELEM. Kansas City 3.6 mi 7.7
HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.2 mi 5.4
WALDEN MIDDLE Kansas City 3.8 mi 8.6
PATHFINDER ELEM. Kansas City 3.3 mi 6.0
UNION CHAPEL ELEM. Kansas City 3.9 mi 7.5
CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City 4.3 mi 8.1
LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 4.4 mi 8.1
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kansas City 5.1 mi 6.6

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ADRIAN ELEM. Adrian, MO 7.4
CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy, MO 7.4
ELLISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 7.4
F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 7.4
LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs, MO 7.4
MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alfred L. Renner Elem.

What grades does Alfred L. Renner Elem. serve?

Alfred L. Renner Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Alfred L. Renner Elem.?

Alfred L. Renner Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfred L. Renner Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Alfred L. Renner Elem. is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alfred L. Renner Elem. rank in MO?

Alfred L. Renner Elem. ranks #587 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Alfred L. Renner Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Alfred L. Renner Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Alfred L. Renner Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alfred L. Renner Elem. has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alfred L. Renner Elem. a charter school?

No, Alfred L. Renner Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alfred L. Renner Elem. a Title I school?

No, Alfred L. Renner Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alfred L. Renner Elem.?

40.3% of students at Alfred L. Renner 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Platte County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

District

PARK HILL
District Enrollment
11,915
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,382
District Rank
#8 of 18

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