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Scuola Vita Nuova Charter

Elementary School · SCUOLA VITA NUOVA

535 GARFIELD AVE, Kansas City, MO 64124

Charter

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,687 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#104 of 147

public schools

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Scuola Vita Nuova Charter

5.0/10

Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Scuola Vita Nuova Charter

Scuola Vita Nuova Charter is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of SCUOLA VITA NUOVA. Scuola Vita Nuova Charter serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Scuola Vita Nuova Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,687 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Scuola Vita Nuova Charter show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Scuola Vita Nuova Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.1% (2024 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-3.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,375
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Scuola Vita Nuova Charter — Students at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.2% (2024 MAP)

Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
51.2%
ELA
37.1%
2025
Math
45.8%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Scuola Vita Nuova Charter Compares

See how Scuola Vita Nuova Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in MO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Location

535 GARFIELD AVE, Kansas City, MO 64124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scuola Vita Nuova Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROSSROADS - CENTRAL STREET (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 0.3 mi 6.3
GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 1.0 mi 5.2
KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City 1.1 mi 4.3
WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City 0.9 mi 6.1
LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City 1.4 mi 9.0
LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City 1.5 mi 7.7
WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.7 mi 6.2
PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.8 mi 5.7
GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.7 mi 5.0
NORTHEAST HIGH Kansas City 1.7 mi 3.8
CROSSROADS - CENTRAL STREET Kansas City 1.7 mi 6.3
NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City 1.7 mi 4.2
CROSSROADS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Kansas City 1.8 mi 5.3
CROSSROADS - QUALITY HILL Kansas City 1.9 mi 5.5
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Kansas City 1.9 mi 7.3
KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City 2.0 mi 7.6
GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.1 mi 4.5
HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City 2.7 mi 4.8
EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 2.3 mi 3.5
BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,384

Median Home Value

$109,400

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

10,924

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

47%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

32

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BARRINGTON ELEM. Florissant, MO 5.0
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DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO 5.0
GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 5.0
GREENVILLE ELEM. Greenville, MO 5.0
HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney, MO 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scuola Vita Nuova Charter

What grades does Scuola Vita Nuova Charter serve?

Scuola Vita Nuova Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Scuola Vita Nuova Charter?

Scuola Vita Nuova Charter has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scuola Vita Nuova Charter rank in MO?

Scuola Vita Nuova Charter ranks #1,687 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Scuola Vita Nuova Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Scuola Vita Nuova Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Scuola Vita Nuova Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scuola Vita Nuova Charter has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Scuola Vita Nuova Charter a charter school?

Yes, Scuola Vita Nuova Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Scuola Vita Nuova Charter a Title I school?

No, Scuola Vita Nuova Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scuola Vita Nuova Charter?

80.3% of students at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

District

SCUOLA VITA NUOVA
District Enrollment
391
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,375
District Rank
#1 of 1

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