Very Good
#362 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 16% in state
Donald D. Siegrist Elem.
Elementary School · PLATTE CO. R-III
1701 BRANCH ST, Platte City, MO 64079
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#362 of 2,221
In Platte City
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
PLATTE CO. R-III
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Donald D. Siegrist Elem.
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About Donald D. Siegrist Elem.
Donald D. Siegrist Elem. is a public elementary school in Platte City, MO, part of PLATTE CO. R-III.
Donald D. Siegrist Elem. serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Donald D.
Siegrist Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #362 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Donald D. Siegrist Elem. show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Donald D. Siegrist Elem. — Students at Donald D. Siegrist Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
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: 7.9/10.
How Donald D. Siegrist Elem. Compares
See how Donald D. Siegrist 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
1701 BRANCH ST, Platte City, MO 64079
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donald D. Siegrist Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower Elem (rated 9.3/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Leavenworth), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH PLATTE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Camden Point), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COMPASS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Platte City, see our Platte City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLATTE COUNTY HIGH Platte City | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PLATTE CITY MIDDLE Platte City | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Platte City | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CARING HANDS MONTESSORI NORTH Platte City | 1.0 mi | — |
| NORTH PLATTE ELEM. Camden Point | 6.8 mi | 8.8 |
| HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City | 8.4 mi | 8.1 |
| UNION CHAPEL ELEM. Kansas City | 9.4 mi | 7.5 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 7.6 mi | — |
| WEST PLATTE HIGH Weston | 8.1 mi | 8.2 |
| WEST PLATTE MIDDLE Weston | 8.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Weston | 8.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Eisenhower Elem Fort Leavenworth | 7.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Earl Lawson Early Education Center Leavenworth | 7.9 mi | 4.3 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kansas City | 8.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Leavenworth | 8.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Leavenworth Virtual School Leavenworth | 8.3 mi | — |
| CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City | 9.5 mi | 5.0 |
| PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City | 9.5 mi | 5.8 |
| GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. Kansas City | 9.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Anthony Elementary Leavenworth | 8.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,448
Median Home Value
$325,800
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
14,092
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BECKY-DAVID ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.9 |
| BEULAH RALPH ELEMENTARY Columbia, MO | 7.9 |
| LONG ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.9 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country, MO | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.9 |
| PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donald D. Siegrist Elem.
What grades does Donald D. Siegrist Elem. serve?
Donald D. Siegrist Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Donald D. Siegrist Elem.?
Donald D. Siegrist Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donald D. Siegrist Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Donald D. Siegrist Elem. is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donald D. Siegrist Elem. rank in MO?
Donald D. Siegrist Elem. ranks #362 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Donald D. Siegrist Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Donald D. Siegrist Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Donald D. Siegrist Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donald D. Siegrist Elem. has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Donald D. Siegrist Elem. a charter school?
No, Donald D. Siegrist Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donald D. Siegrist Elem. a Title I school?
No, Donald D. Siegrist Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donald D. Siegrist Elem.?
19.4% of students at Donald D. Siegrist 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 607
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Platte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (816) 858-5977
Resources & Links
District
PLATTE CO. R-III- District Enrollment
- 4,283
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,429
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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