Very Good
#801 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 36% in state
Dogwood Elem.
Elementary School · KEARNEY R-I
1400 CEDAR WOOD PKWY, Kearney, MO 64060
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#801 of 2,221
In Kearney
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
KEARNEY R-I
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Dogwood Elem.
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About Dogwood Elem.
Dogwood Elem. is a public elementary school in Kearney, MO, part of KEARNEY R-I. Dogwood Elem. serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dogwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #801 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Dogwood Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Dogwood Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Dogwood Elem. — Students at Dogwood Elem. score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Dogwood Elem. Compares
See how Dogwood 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
1400 CEDAR WOOD PKWY, Kearney, MO 64060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dogwood Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KEARNEY ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kearney, see our Kearney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LENS Kearney | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 7.2 mi | 4.9 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 8.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 8.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 7.5 mi | 6.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 7.7 mi | 4.2 |
| KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City | 8.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty | 9.7 mi | 7.7 |
| RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 8.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 9.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,626
Median Home Value
$322,100
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
16,291
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO | 7.0 |
| CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO | 7.0 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 7.0 |
| EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO | 7.0 |
| EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. El Dorado Springs, MO | 7.0 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dogwood Elem.
What grades does Dogwood Elem. serve?
Dogwood Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dogwood Elem.?
Dogwood Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dogwood Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Dogwood Elem. is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dogwood Elem. rank in MO?
Dogwood Elem. ranks #801 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Dogwood Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Dogwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Dogwood Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dogwood Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dogwood Elem. a charter school?
No, Dogwood Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dogwood Elem. a Title I school?
No, Dogwood Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dogwood Elem.?
18.5% of students at Dogwood 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
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (816) 903-1400
Resources & Links
District
KEARNEY R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,500
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,505
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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