Very Good
#406 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 18% in state
Prairie Point Elem.
Elementary School · PARK HILL
8101 NW BELVIDERE PKWY, Kansas City, MO 64152
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#406 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#19 of 147
public schools
In district
#5 of 18
PARK HILL
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Prairie Point Elem.
Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Point Elem.
Prairie Point Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of PARK HILL. Prairie Point Elem. serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Point Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie Point Elem. show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Prairie Point Elem. — Students at Prairie Point Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Prairie Point Elem. Compares
See how Prairie Point 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
8101 NW BELVIDERE PKWY, Kansas City, MO 64152
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Point Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAWTHORN ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LINE CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| GRADEN ELEM. Parkville | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| WALDEN MIDDLE Kansas City | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| UNION CHAPEL ELEM. Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PATHFINDER ELEM. Kansas City | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PARK HILL SOUTH HIGH Riverside | 4.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,421
Median Home Value
$333,700
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
31,300
College Educated
50.8%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 7.8 |
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO | 7.8 |
| GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood, MO | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Point Elem.
What grades does Prairie Point Elem. serve?
Prairie Point Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Prairie Point Elem.?
Prairie Point Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Point Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Point Elem. is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Point Elem. rank in MO?
Prairie Point Elem. ranks #406 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Prairie Point Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Point Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Prairie Point Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie Point Elem. has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Prairie Point Elem. a charter school?
No, Prairie Point Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Point Elem. a Title I school?
No, Prairie Point Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Point Elem.?
31.8% of students at Prairie Point 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Platte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (816) 359-4380
Resources & Links
District
PARK HILL- District Enrollment
- 11,915
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,382
- District Rank
- #5 of 18
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