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Below Average

#1833 of 2,216 schools in MO

Prairie Point Elem.

Elementary School · PARK HILL

8101 NW BELVIDERE PKWY, Kansas City, MO 64152

Enrollment

437

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Kansas City

#111 of 137

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#951 of 1,202

In district

#18 of 18

PARK HILL

School environment

8.0 / 10

Very strong

About Prairie Point Elem.

Prairie Point Elem is a regular public elementary school located in the large city of Kansas City, Missouri. Serving Platte County, the school offers education to students from kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 437 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1, Prairie Point Elem provides personalized attention in its classrooms.

The academic performance at Prairie Point Elem is reflective of ongoing development, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and a state ranking of #949 out of 2234 schools in Missouri (placing it in the 58th percentile). The ELA/Reading proficiency rate stands at 50%, while Math proficiency is also at 49%. These scores indicate areas where the school is focusing on student development and growth.

Prairie Point Elem is situated in a bustling city environment, offering students a variety of educational resources and community engagement opportunities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-5.13 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Overall Proficiency43%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,846

Prairie Point Elem. — Students at Prairie Point Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
42%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Prairie Point Elem. Compares

See how Prairie Point Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
17th percentile in MO
Academic
6.4/10
6.4/10
Growth
2.8/10
Below average
Environment
8.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

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. ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAWTHORN ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRADEN ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Parkville), which scores notably higher. 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 5.1
CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City 0.8 mi 8.2
PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City 1.0 mi 6.7
ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City 1.0 mi 6.9
ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City 1.0 mi 5.3
PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City 1.1 mi 7.8
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City 1.5 mi 8.8
GRADEN ELEM. Parkville 1.5 mi 8.0
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Kansas City 1.5 mi 8.6
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City 1.6 mi 6.1
HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City 2.2 mi 8.6
TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL Kansas City 2.6 mi 7.1
SOUTHEAST ELEM. Kansas City 3.1 mi 6.2
WALDEN MIDDLE Kansas City 3.2 mi 8.4
HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.2 mi 7.5
UNION CHAPEL ELEM. Kansas City 3.4 mi 6.7
PATHFINDER ELEM. Kansas City 3.9 mi 4.4
CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City 4.1 mi 8.1
LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 4.1 mi 5.9
PARK HILL SOUTH HIGH Riverside 4.6 mi 6.3

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Prairie Point Elem. has a median household income of $110,421. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $333,700, with a median rent of $1,236/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton, MO 4.9
BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO 4.9
EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville, MO 4.9
GRANBY Granby, MO 4.9
HOUSE SPRINGS ELEM. House Springs, MO 4.9
OAK GROVE ELEM. Oak Grove, MO 4.9

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. is ranked #1833 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Prairie Point Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Prairie Point Elem. has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Prairie Point Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie Point Elem. has 49.3% math proficiency and 50.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (6,241/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kansas City). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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