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#1298 of 2,221 schools in MO
John T. Hartman Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
8111 OAK, Kansas City, MO 64114
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,298 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#76 of 147
public schools
In district
#13 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About John T. Hartman Elementary
John T. Hartman Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. John T.
Hartman Elementary serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John T. Hartman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,298 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for John T. Hartman Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at John T. Hartman 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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John T. Hartman Elementary — Students at John T. Hartman Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above 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 (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 4.1/10.
How John T. Hartman Elementary Compares
See how John T. Hartman 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
8111 OAK, Kansas City, MO 64114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John T. Hartman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BORDER STAR MONTESSORI (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOONE ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 7933 MAIN ST. Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| BOONE ELEM. Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SHERWOOD CENTER FOR THE EXCEPTINOAL CHILD Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTER ELEM. Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PETER'S SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ATHENA ELEM. Desoto, MO | 6.0 |
| BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 6.0 |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 6.0 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 6.0 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis, MO | 6.0 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville, MO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John T. Hartman Elementary
What grades does John T. Hartman Elementary serve?
John T. Hartman Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend John T. Hartman Elementary?
John T. Hartman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John T. Hartman Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John T. Hartman Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John T. Hartman Elementary rank in MO?
John T. Hartman Elementary ranks #1,298 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is John T. Hartman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John T. Hartman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 John T. Hartman Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John T. Hartman Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John T. Hartman Elementary a charter school?
No, John T. Hartman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John T. Hartman Elementary a Title I school?
No, John T. Hartman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John T. Hartman Elementary?
100.0% of students at John T. Hartman 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (816) 418-1750
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #13 of 31
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