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#286 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 13% in state

Line Creek Elem.

Elementary School · PARK HILL

5801 NW WAUKOMIS DR, Kansas City, MO 64151

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#286 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#13 of 147

public schools

In district

#2 of 18

PARK HILL

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Line Creek Elem.

8.1/10

Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About Line Creek Elem.

Line Creek Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of PARK HILL. Line Creek Elem. serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Line Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Line Creek Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,382
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Line Creek Elem. — Students at Line Creek Elem. score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
32.6%
ELA
32.1%
2025
Math
40.7%
ELA
39.4%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Line Creek Elem. Compares

See how Line Creek Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in MO
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5801 NW WAUKOMIS DR, Kansas City, MO 64151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Line Creek Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAKWOOD MANOR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINDEN WEST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City 0.1 mi 8.1
WEST ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 0.5 mi 6.5
HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.4 mi 5.4
SOUTHEAST ELEM. Kansas City 1.4 mi 7.7
WALDEN MIDDLE Kansas City 1.5 mi 8.6
PARK HILL SOUTH HIGH Riverside 2.0 mi 6.6
LINDEN WEST ELEMENTARY Gladstone 2.3 mi 8.1
BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.4 mi 5.4
ST CHARLES BORROMEO ACCADMY Kansas City 2.1 mi 6.5
OAKHILL DAY SCHOOL Gladstone 2.4 mi 7.8
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City 2.5 mi 4.0
OAKWOOD MANOR ELEMENTARY Gladstone 2.3 mi 8.4
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.6 mi 7.8
DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.7 mi 3.8
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Gladstone 2.8 mi 6.8
PATHFINDER ELEM. Kansas City 3.6 mi 6.0
OAK PARK HIGH Kansas City 3.2 mi 6.7
PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City 3.0 mi 5.2
ST PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 3.1 mi 7.2
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City 2.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,348

Median Home Value

$292,500

Median Rent

$1,333/mo

Population

28,706

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.1
DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 8.1
GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 8.1
HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City, MO 8.1
HIGH RIDGE ELEM. High Ridge, MO 8.1
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs, MO 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Line Creek Elem.

What grades does Line Creek Elem. serve?

Line Creek Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Line Creek Elem.?

Line Creek Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Line Creek Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Line Creek Elem. is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Line Creek Elem. rank in MO?

Line Creek Elem. ranks #286 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Line Creek Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Line Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Line Creek Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Line Creek Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Line Creek Elem. a charter school?

No, Line Creek Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Line Creek Elem. a Title I school?

No, Line Creek Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Line Creek Elem.?

47.0% of students at Line Creek 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Platte County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

PARK HILL
District Enrollment
11,915
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,382
District Rank
#2 of 18

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