Excellent
#113 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 5% in state
Kentucky Trail Elem.
Elementary School · BELTON 124
8301 E 163RD ST, Belton, MO 64012
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#113 of 2,221
In Belton
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
BELTON 124
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Kentucky Trail Elem.
Elementary School in Belton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kentucky Trail Elem.
Kentucky Trail Elem. is a public elementary school in Belton, MO, part of BELTON 124. Kentucky Trail Elem. serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kentucky Trail Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Kentucky Trail Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.1
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Kentucky Trail Elem. — Students at Kentucky Trail Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
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: 9.3/10.
How Kentucky Trail Elem. Compares
See how Kentucky Trail Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8301 E 163RD ST, Belton, MO 64012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kentucky Trail Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilckens STEAM Acad @Hillcrest (rated 6.7/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is TIMBER CREEK ELEM. (rated 5.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Raymore), a more accessible option. Additionally, CAMBRIDGE ELEM. (rated 5.6/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belton, see our Belton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Raymore | 1.7 mi | — |
| BELVIDERE ELEM. Grandview | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| STONEGATE ELEM. Raymore | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RAYMORE ELEM. Raymore | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belton | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| GLADDEN ELEM. Belton | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Wilckens STEAM Acad @Hillcrest Belton | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| TIMBER CREEK ELEM. Raymore | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| GRACE EARLY CHILD. ED. CTR. Belton | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MEADOWMERE ELEM. Grandview | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| MILL CREEK UPPER ELEM. Belton | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. Grandview | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BELTON HIGH Belton | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| HIGH GROVE Early Childhood Grandview | 4.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,782
Median Home Value
$200,900
Median Rent
$1,232/mo
Population
28,980
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.6 |
| CALLAWAY HILLS ELEM. Holts Summit, MO | 8.6 |
| COLE CAMP ELEM. Cole Camp, MO | 8.6 |
| EAST BUCHANAN ELEM. Gower, MO | 8.6 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 8.6 |
| IBERIA ELEM. Iberia, MO | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kentucky Trail Elem.
What grades does Kentucky Trail Elem. serve?
Kentucky Trail Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Kentucky Trail Elem.?
Kentucky Trail Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kentucky Trail Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Kentucky Trail Elem. is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kentucky Trail Elem. rank in MO?
Kentucky Trail Elem. ranks #113 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kentucky Trail Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Kentucky Trail Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Kentucky Trail Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kentucky Trail Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kentucky Trail Elem. a charter school?
No, Kentucky Trail Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kentucky Trail Elem. a Title I school?
No, Kentucky Trail Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kentucky Trail Elem.?
50.7% of students at Kentucky Trail 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cass County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (816) 348-1100
Resources & Links
District
BELTON 124- District Enrollment
- 4,205
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,569
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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