Average
#157 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 39% of private schools
Gillis Center School
School
8150 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64114
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#157 of 399
In Kansas City
#26 of 39
public schools
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Gillis Center School
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About Gillis Center School
Gillis Center School is a private school in Kansas City, MO. Gillis Center School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gillis Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Gillis Center School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Gillis Center School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gillis Center School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Gillis Center School compares to 147 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gillis Center School (this school) | 6.7 |
| JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| BOONE ELEM. | 7.4 |
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS | 6.9 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH | 3.7 |
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem | 3.8 |
| CENTER ELEM. | 3.4 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE | 8.8 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER | 7.1 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. | 4.9 |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI | 8.4 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| CENTER MIDDLE | 6.4 |
| EWING MARION KAUFFMAN HIGH | 8.4 |
| Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle | 6.2 |
| BROOKSIDE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHL | 6.0 |
| BROOKSIDE CHARTER ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| B. BANNEKER ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACAD MIDDLE | 3.2 |
Showing 20 of 147 schools. View all schools in Kansas City
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8150 WORNALL RD, Kansas City, MO 64114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gillis Center School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SHERWOOD CENTER FOR THE EXCEPTINOAL CHILD (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHITEFIELD ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 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 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 7933 MAIN ST. Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SHERWOOD CENTER FOR THE EXCEPTINOAL CHILD Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| BOONE ELEM. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| GLOBAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Prairie Village | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Belinder Elem Prairie Village | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTER ELEM. Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF BOONE COUNTY Columbia, MO | 6.7 |
| MERAMEC VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 6.8 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph, MO | 6.8 |
| APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia, MO | 6.5 |
| THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston, MO | 6.9 |
| THE FULTON SCHOOL AT ST ALBANS Saint Albans, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gillis Center School
What grades does Gillis Center School serve?
Gillis Center School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Gillis Center School?
Gillis Center School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gillis Center School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gillis Center School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gillis Center School rank in MO?
Gillis Center School ranks #157 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Gillis Center School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gillis Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gillis Center School a private school?
Yes, Gillis Center School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gillis Center School a religious school?
No, Gillis Center School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 508-3226
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