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#1342 of 2,221 schools in MO
Faxon Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
1320 E 32ND TERR, Kansas City, MO 64109
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,342 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#79 of 147
public schools
In district
#15 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Faxon Elementary
Faxon Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Faxon Elementary serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Faxon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,342 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Faxon Elementary show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Faxon Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
45% of students at Faxon 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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Faxon Elementary — Students at Faxon Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.4/10.
How Faxon Elementary Compares
See how Faxon 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
1320 E 32ND TERR, Kansas City, MO 64109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faxon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City | 0.2 mi | — |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Academie Lafayette Armour IMS Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. Kansas City | 1.0 mi | — |
| UNION HILL DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.0 mi | — |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| CRISTO REY KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTPORT MONTESSORI Kansas City | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,861
Median Home Value
$240,000
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
10,274
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
38.4%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.3%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| HANNAH COLE PRIMARY Boonville, MO | 5.9 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis, MO | 5.9 |
| PLEASANT HOPE ELEM. Pleasant Hope, MO | 5.9 |
| PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville, MO | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park, MO | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faxon Elementary
What grades does Faxon Elementary serve?
Faxon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Faxon Elementary?
Faxon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faxon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Faxon Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Faxon Elementary rank in MO?
Faxon Elementary ranks #1,342 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Faxon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Faxon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Faxon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Faxon Elementary has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Faxon Elementary a charter school?
No, Faxon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Faxon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Faxon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Faxon Elementary?
100.0% of students at Faxon 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (816) 418-6525
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #15 of 31
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