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#564 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 25% in state

Boone Elem.

Elementary School · CENTER 58

8817 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64114

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#564 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#29 of 147

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

CENTER 58

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.4/10

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About Boone Elem.

Boone Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of CENTER 58. Boone Elem. serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Boone Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Boone Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,423
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Boone Elem. — Students at Boone Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
32%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
27.7%
ELA
37.1%
2025
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.1%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Boone Elem. Compares

See how Boone Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
75th percentile in MO
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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

8817 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boone Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RED BRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Prairie Village), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City 0.0 mi 5.4
GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City 0.8 mi 6.7
WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City 0.7 mi 6.9
ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 0.8 mi 4.6
CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City 0.8 mi 3.7
JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.0 mi 6.0
7933 MAIN ST. Kansas City 1.1 mi 7.4
INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 1.2 mi 4.9
SHERWOOD CENTER FOR THE EXCEPTINOAL CHILD Kansas City 1.2 mi 8.1
ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City 1.5 mi 6.9
ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City 1.7 mi 7.1
CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City 1.8 mi 6.4
HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.0 mi 5.7
THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City 2.1 mi 7.9
CENTER ELEM. Kansas City 1.7 mi 3.4
NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 2.2 mi 8.6
HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village 2.0 mi 7.0
GLOBAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prairie Village 2.2 mi 5.8
RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 2.4 mi 7.6
Academie Lafayette Oak Elem Kansas City 2.5 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,643

Median Home Value

$257,400

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

24,464

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

40.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ADRIAN ELEM. Adrian, MO 7.4
BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis, MO 7.4
COLEMAN ELEM. Villa Ridge, MO 7.4
ELLISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 7.4
MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 7.4
NORTH PARK ELEM. Moberly, MO 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boone Elem.

What grades does Boone Elem. serve?

Boone Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Boone Elem.?

Boone Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boone Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Boone Elem. is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boone Elem. rank in MO?

Boone Elem. ranks #564 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Boone Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Boone 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 Boone Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boone Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Boone Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Boone Elem. a Title I school?

No, Boone Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boone Elem.?

57.9% of students at Boone 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

CENTER 58
District Enrollment
2,454
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,423
District Rank
#2 of 7

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