Very Good
#677 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 30% in state
Pitcher Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
9915 E 38TH TERR, Kansas City, MO 64133
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#677 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#39 of 147
public schools
In district
#6 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Pitcher Elementary
Pitcher Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Pitcher Elementary serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pitcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #677 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Pitcher Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Pitcher 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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Pitcher Elementary — Students at Pitcher Elementary score 32% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Pitcher Elementary Compares
See how Pitcher 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
9915 E 38TH TERR, Kansas City, MO 64133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pitcher Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROCTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FLEETRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Independence), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| RAYTOWN MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| LAUREL HILLS ELEM. Raytown | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PROCTER ELEM. Independence | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| TRUMAN HIGH Independence | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| NORFLEET ELEM. Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,816
Median Home Value
$165,700
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
35,470
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE Centralia, MO | 7.2 |
| MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Mexico, MO | 7.2 |
| Monett Early Childhood Center Monett, MO | 7.2 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY Warsaw, MO | 7.2 |
| OSAGE CO. ELEM. Linn, MO | 7.2 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rolla, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pitcher Elementary
What grades does Pitcher Elementary serve?
Pitcher Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Pitcher Elementary?
Pitcher Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pitcher Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pitcher 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 Pitcher Elementary rank in MO?
Pitcher Elementary ranks #677 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Pitcher Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pitcher Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Pitcher Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pitcher Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pitcher Elementary a charter school?
No, Pitcher Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pitcher Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pitcher Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pitcher Elementary?
100.0% of students at Pitcher 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
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.6%
- Phone
- (816) 418-1855
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #6 of 31
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