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#1183 of 2,216 schools in MO

Southeast Elem.

Elementary School · PARK HILL

5704 N NORTHWOOD RD, Kansas City, MO 64151

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Kansas City

#65 of 137

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#622 of 1,202

In district

#14 of 18

PARK HILL

School environment

8.0 / 10

Very strong

About Southeast Elem.

Southeast Elem is a regular public elementary school located in Kansas City, Missouri, in Platte County. The school serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade and has an enrollment of 502 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. With 38 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, Southeast Elem aims to provide a supportive learning environment.

Academically, the school has a MySchoolScout Rating of 6.8 out of 10 and is ranked #471 out of 2234 schools in Missouri, placing it around the 79th percentile overall. In terms of proficiency rates, 53% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 48% are proficient or above in Math. These scores indicate that Southeast Elem has room for academic growth and focuses on student development.

Southeast Elem is situated in a large city setting, providing its students with diverse opportunities and resources within the community.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency50%
Overall Proficiency49%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
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

Southeast Elem. — Students at Southeast Elem. score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.3%
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
53%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
50%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Southeast Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in MO
Academic
7.5/10
7.5/10
Growth
4.7/10
Below average
Environment
8.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers

Location

5704 N NORTHWOOD RD, Kansas City, MO 64151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southeast Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRADEN ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Parkville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WALDEN MIDDLE Kansas City 0.2 mi 8.4
PARK HILL SOUTH HIGH Riverside 1.6 mi 6.3
LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 1.4 mi 5.9
CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City 1.4 mi 8.1
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City 1.8 mi 6.1
HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.8 mi 7.5
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City 1.7 mi 8.8
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Kansas City 1.7 mi 8.6
PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City 2.1 mi 7.8
WEST ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.9 mi 7.2
ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City 2.2 mi 5.3
PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. Kansas City 3.1 mi 4.9
GRADEN ELEM. Parkville 2.8 mi 8.0
BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.3 mi 7.7
ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City 3.6 mi 6.9
GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. Kansas City 3.6 mi 5.1
Bridges/Wyandot Academy Kansas City 4.0 mi
CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City 3.7 mi 8.2
PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City 3.8 mi 6.7
LINDEN WEST ELEMENTARY Gladstone 3.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,348

Median Home Value

$292,500

Median Rent

$1,333/mo

Population

28,706

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Southeast Elem. has a median household income of $91,348. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $292,500, with a median rent of $1,333/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 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
CHAPEL HILL ELEMENTARY Gladstone, MO 6.2
EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. El Dorado Springs, MO 6.2
FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 6.2
HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles, MO 6.2
HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton, MO 6.2
HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia, MO 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southeast Elem.

What grades does Southeast Elem. serve?

Southeast Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Southeast Elem.?

Southeast Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southeast Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Southeast 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 Southeast Elem. rank in MO?

Southeast Elem. is ranked #1183 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Southeast Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Southeast Elem. has a composite rating of 6.2 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 Southeast Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Southeast Elem. has 48.3% math proficiency and 53.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Southeast Elem. a charter school?

No, Southeast Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Southeast Elem. a Title I school?

No, Southeast Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southeast Elem.?

28.9% of students at Southeast 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
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
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
#14 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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