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#895 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 40% in state

Union Chapel Elem.

Elementary School · PARK HILL

7100 NW HAMPTON ROAD, Kansas City, MO 64152

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Kansas City

#53 of 137

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#489 of 1,202

In district

#12 of 18

PARK HILL

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Union Chapel Elem.

Union Chapel Elementary serves 601 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Kansas City, Missouri's Platte County. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1 with 38 full-time equivalent teachers, providing a manageable learning environment for elementary students. Academically, Union Chapel Elementary demonstrates strong performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #397 out of 2234 schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile among Missouri elementary schools.

The school's academic score of 8.9 out of 10 reflects solid student achievement, with 59% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and reading, while 61% reach proficiency in mathematics. Located at 7100 NW Hampton Road in the 64152 ZIP code, the school sits within an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $109,503 and the median home value is $300,300. Half of the area's residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains low at just 5.7% among the ZIP code's 31,458 residents.

Union Chapel Elementary operates in a large suburban setting that combines educational excellence with the advantages of a well-established, economically stable community.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59%
Reading/ELA Proficiency56%
Overall Proficiency58%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,846

Union Chapel Elem. — Students at Union Chapel Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.3%
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
64%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
56%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Union Chapel Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in MO
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
6.2/10
Above average
Environment
5.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers

Location

7100 NW HAMPTON ROAD, Kansas City, MO 64152

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Union Chapel Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAWTHORN ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRADEN ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 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 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City 2.0 mi 8.6
GRADEN ELEM. Parkville 2.9 mi 8.0
PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. Kansas City 3.4 mi 4.9
GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. Kansas City 3.5 mi 5.1
CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City 3.6 mi 8.2
PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City 3.8 mi 6.7
ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City 3.8 mi 5.3
ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City 3.9 mi 6.9
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Kansas City 4.1 mi 8.6
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City 4.1 mi 8.8
PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City 4.3 mi 7.8
Washington High Kansas City 5.6 mi 3.4
D D Eisenhower Middle Kansas City 5.9 mi 3.8
Welborn Elem Kansas City 5.9 mi 7.6
CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Kansas City 5.9 mi 6.1
John F Kennedy Elem Kansas City 6.2 mi 6.1
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City 4.9 mi 6.1
Hazel Grove Elem Kansas City 6.3 mi 4.0
F L Schlagle High Kansas City 6.5 mi 4.3
500 Reach Kansas City 6.7 mi 5.5

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 Union Chapel 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
CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester, MO 6.7
EZARD ELEM. Conway, MO 6.7
FRONTIER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Kansas City, MO 6.7
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis, MO 6.7
GLENDALE ELEM. Independence, MO 6.7
HENRY ELEM. Clinton, MO 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Union Chapel Elem.

What grades does Union Chapel Elem. serve?

Union Chapel Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Union Chapel Elem.?

Union Chapel Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Chapel Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Union Chapel Elem. is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Union Chapel Elem. rank in MO?

Union Chapel Elem. is ranked #895 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Union Chapel Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Union Chapel Elem. has a composite rating of 6.7 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 Union Chapel Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Union Chapel Elem. has 60.7% math proficiency and 59.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Union Chapel Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Union Chapel Elem. a Title I school?

No, Union Chapel Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

13.6% of students at Union Chapel 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
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
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
#12 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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