Very Good
#624 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 28% in state
Compass Elementary
Elementary School · HICKMAN MILLS C-1
5401 E. 103RD ST, Kansas City, MO 64137
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#624 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#35 of 147
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
HICKMAN MILLS C-1
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Compass Elementary
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About Compass Elementary
Compass Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of HICKMAN MILLS C-1. Compass Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Compass Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Compass Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Compass Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Compass Elementary — Students at Compass Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 8.4/10.
How Compass Elementary Compares
See how Compass Elementary 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
5401 E. 103RD ST, Kansas City, MO 64137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Compass Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST REGIS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOBBS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S Kansas City | 0.7 mi | — |
| HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WARFORD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| GRANDVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grandview | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Grandview | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| GRANDVIEW SR. HIGH Grandview | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HIGH GROVE Early Childhood Grandview | 3.6 mi | — |
| CENTER ELEM. Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,097
Median Home Value
$179,000
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
10,004
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort, MO | 7.3 |
| CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clinton, MO | 7.3 |
| CLYDE HAMRICK ELEM. Imperial, MO | 7.3 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings, MO | 7.3 |
| FREMONT ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.3 |
| MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Compass Elementary
What grades does Compass Elementary serve?
Compass Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Compass Elementary?
Compass Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Compass Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Compass Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Compass Elementary rank in MO?
Compass Elementary ranks #624 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Compass Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Compass Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Compass Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Compass Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Compass Elementary a charter school?
No, Compass Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Compass Elementary a Title I school?
No, Compass Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Compass Elementary?
100.0% of students at Compass 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (816) 316-7750
Resources & Links
District
HICKMAN MILLS C-1- District Enrollment
- 4,981
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,610
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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