Below Average
#1855 of 2,221 schools in MO
Ingels Elementary
Elementary School · HICKMAN MILLS C-1
11600 FOOD LN, Kansas City, MO 64134
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,855 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#118 of 147
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
HICKMAN MILLS C-1
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Ingels Elementary
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About Ingels Elementary
Ingels Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of HICKMAN MILLS C-1. Ingels Elementary serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ingels Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,855 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Ingels Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Ingels Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
47% of students at Ingels 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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Ingels Elementary — Students at Ingels Elementary score 19% 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 MAP (2023-24)
Based on 29 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: 5.3/10.
How Ingels Elementary Compares
See how Ingels 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
11600 FOOD LN, Kansas City, MO 64134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ingels Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST REGIS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOBBS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Grandview | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| GRANDVIEW SR. HIGH Grandview | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HIGH GROVE Early Childhood Grandview | 1.8 mi | — |
| GRANDVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grandview | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S Kansas City | 1.9 mi | — |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MEADOWMERE ELEM. Grandview | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| WARFORD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. Grandview | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,475
Median Home Value
$122,900
Median Rent
$1,233/mo
Population
22,984
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARTLEY ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Miller, MO | 4.6 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO | 4.6 |
| LEE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 4.6 |
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.6 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ingels Elementary
What grades does Ingels Elementary serve?
Ingels Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ingels Elementary?
Ingels Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ingels Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ingels Elementary is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ingels Elementary rank in MO?
Ingels Elementary ranks #1,855 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ingels Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ingels Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Ingels Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ingels Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ingels Elementary a charter school?
No, Ingels Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ingels Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ingels Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ingels Elementary?
100.0% of students at Ingels 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (816) 316-7850
Resources & Links
District
HICKMAN MILLS C-1- District Enrollment
- 4,981
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,610
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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