Very Good
#449 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 20% in state
Southeast Elem.
Elementary School · PARK HILL
5704 N NORTHWOOD RD, Kansas City, MO 64151
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#449 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#23 of 147
public schools
In district
#6 of 18
PARK HILL
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Southeast Elem.
Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southeast Elem.
Southeast Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of PARK HILL. Southeast Elem. serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southeast Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #449 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Southeast Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Southeast Elem. — Students at Southeast Elem. score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 Southeast Elem. Compares
See how Southeast 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
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. LINE CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINDEN WEST ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 8.6 |
| PARK HILL SOUTH HIGH Riverside | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| GRADEN ELEM. Parkville | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. Kansas City | 3.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Bridges/Wyandot Academy Kansas City | 4.0 mi | — |
| CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LINDEN WEST ELEMENTARY Gladstone | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 7.7 |
| LONE JACK ELEM. Lone Jack, MO | 7.7 |
| Lathrop Elementary School Lathrop, MO | 7.7 |
| RICHARDSON ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 7.7 |
| ROCK BRIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 7.7 |
| ROSS ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.7 |
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. ranks #449 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southeast Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Southeast Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Southeast Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeast Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.9%
- Phone
- (816) 359-4360
Resources & Links
District
PARK HILL- District Enrollment
- 11,915
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,382
- District Rank
- #6 of 18
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