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#1147 of 2,221 schools in MO
Gordon Parks Elem.
Elementary School · GORDON PARKS ELEM.
3715 WYOMING, Kansas City, MO 64111
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,147 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#60 of 147
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Gordon Parks Elem.
Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gordon Parks Elem.
Gordon Parks Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of GORDON PARKS ELEM. Gordon Parks Elem. serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gordon Parks Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,147 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Gordon Parks Elem. show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Gordon Parks Elem. 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.
Test scores at Gordon Parks Elem. 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Gordon Parks Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Gordon Parks Elem. — Students at Gordon Parks Elem. score 15% 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 26 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: 6.8/10.
How Gordon Parks Elem. Compares
See how Gordon Parks Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3715 WYOMING, Kansas City, MO 64111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gordon Parks Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank Rushton Elem (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALLEN VILLAGE PRIMARY ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF HOPE Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY ACADE Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE JUNIOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRIMARY ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRESCHOOL Kansas City | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE PLAZA ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Rosedale Middle Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CRISTO REY KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| WESTPORT MONTESSORI Kansas City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Frank Rushton Elem Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. Kansas City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Academie Lafayette Armour IMS Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,802
Median Home Value
$269,500
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
16,974
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
30.2%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Freeburg, MO | 6.3 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Brentwood, MO | 6.3 |
| RENICK ELEM. Renick, MO | 6.3 |
| ST BRIDGET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific, MO | 6.3 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Concordia, MO | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gordon Parks Elem.
What grades does Gordon Parks Elem. serve?
Gordon Parks Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Gordon Parks Elem.?
Gordon Parks Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gordon Parks Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Gordon Parks Elem. is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gordon Parks Elem. rank in MO?
Gordon Parks Elem. ranks #1,147 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Gordon Parks Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Gordon Parks Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Gordon Parks Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gordon Parks Elem. has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gordon Parks Elem. a charter school?
Yes, Gordon Parks Elem. is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Gordon Parks Elem. a Title I school?
No, Gordon Parks Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gordon Parks Elem.?
100.0% of students at Gordon Parks 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 114
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.4%
- Phone
- (816) 753-6700
Resources & Links
District
GORDON PARKS ELEM.- District Enrollment
- 114
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,700
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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