Very Good
#436 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 20% in state
Kearney Elem.
Elementary School · KEARNEY R-I
902 S JEFFERSON, Kearney, MO 64060
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#436 of 2,221
In Kearney
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
KEARNEY R-I
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Kearney Elem.
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About Kearney Elem.
Kearney Elem. is a public elementary school in Kearney, MO, part of KEARNEY R-I. Kearney Elem. serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kearney Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Kearney Elem. show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Kearney Elem. — Students at Kearney Elem. score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 8.6/10.
How Kearney Elem. Compares
See how Kearney Elem. 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
902 S JEFFERSON, Kearney, MO 64060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kearney Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Liberty), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEWIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Excelsior Springs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kearney, see our Kearney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| LENS Kearney | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 5.7 mi | 7.7 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 6.7 mi | 4.9 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 5.9 mi | 6.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 6.1 mi | 4.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs | 6.3 mi | 4.1 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 6.5 mi | — |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 8.2 mi | 5.8 |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 8.9 mi | 5.3 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS TECH. HIGH Excelsior Springs | 7.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,626
Median Home Value
$322,100
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
16,291
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 7.7 |
| COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maryville, MO | 7.7 |
| FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia, MO | 7.7 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty, MO | 7.7 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kearney Elem.
What grades does Kearney Elem. serve?
Kearney Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kearney Elem.?
Kearney Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kearney Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Kearney Elem. is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kearney Elem. rank in MO?
Kearney Elem. ranks #436 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kearney Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Kearney Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Kearney Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kearney Elem. has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kearney Elem. a charter school?
No, Kearney Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kearney Elem. a Title I school?
No, Kearney Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kearney Elem.?
30.4% of students at Kearney 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 240
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (816) 628-4113
Resources & Links
District
KEARNEY R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,500
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,505
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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