Average
#1414 of 2,221 schools in MO
Phillis Wheatley Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
2415 AGNES AVE, Kansas City, MO 64127
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,414 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#82 of 147
public schools
In district
#16 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
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Phillis Wheatley Elementary
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About Phillis Wheatley Elementary
Phillis Wheatley Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Phillis Wheatley Elementary serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Phillis Wheatley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,414 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Phillis Wheatley Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Phillis Wheatley 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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Phillis Wheatley Elementary — Students at Phillis Wheatley Elementary score 24% 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 30 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: 6.0/10.
How Phillis Wheatley Elementary Compares
See how Phillis Wheatley 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
2415 AGNES AVE, Kansas City, MO 64127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phillis Wheatley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WHITTIER ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City | 1.4 mi | — |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SCUOLA VITA NUOVA CHARTER Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,179
Median Home Value
$59,300
Median Rent
$886/mo
Population
17,645
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO | 5.7 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield, MO | 5.7 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway, MO | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage, MO | 5.7 |
| GALENA-ABESVILLE ELEM. Galena, MO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phillis Wheatley Elementary
What grades does Phillis Wheatley Elementary serve?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Phillis Wheatley Elementary?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillis Wheatley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Phillis Wheatley Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phillis Wheatley Elementary rank in MO?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary ranks #1,414 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Phillis Wheatley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Phillis Wheatley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phillis Wheatley Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Phillis Wheatley Elementary a charter school?
No, Phillis Wheatley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phillis Wheatley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Phillis Wheatley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phillis Wheatley Elementary?
100.0% of students at Phillis Wheatley 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (816) 418-4825
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #16 of 31
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