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#334 of 399 private schools in MO
Visitation Catholic School
Elementary School
5134 BALTIMORE AVE, Kansas City, MO 64112
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#334 of 399
In Kansas City
#36 of 39
public schools
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Visitation Catholic School
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About Visitation Catholic School
Visitation Catholic School is a private elementary school in Kansas City, MO. Visitation Catholic School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Visitation Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Visitation Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Visitation Catholic School compares to 125 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Visitation Catholic School (this school) | 5.2 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-M | 4.3 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS | 7.3 |
| M. L. KING ELEMENTARY | 4.5 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRIMARY ACADEMY | 7.2 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE JUNIOR ACADEMY | 6.4 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY ACADE | 4.5 |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI | 8.4 |
| Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle | 6.2 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY ELEM | 4.2 |
| GORDON PARKS ELEM. | 6.3 |
| BROOKSIDE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHL | 6.0 |
| BROOKSIDE CHARTER ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| Academie Lafayette Armour IMS | 6.1 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 5.5 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE | 8.8 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER | 7.1 |
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem | 3.8 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM | 4.3 |
Showing 20 of 125 schools. View all schools in Kansas City
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5134 BALTIMORE AVE, Kansas City, MO 64112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visitation Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood View Elem (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BORDER STAR MONTESSORI (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE PEMBROKE HILL SCHOOL - WORNALL CAMPUS Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST TERESA'S ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-M Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-U Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| THE PLAZA ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY ACADE Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE JUNIOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRIMARY ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRESCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | — |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| WESTPORT MONTESSORI Kansas City | 1.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF HOPE Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PETER'S SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Rushton Elem Mission | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| M. L. KING ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Westwood View Elem Westwood | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,452
Median Home Value
$393,900
Median Rent
$1,425/mo
Population
8,509
College Educated
78.7%
Homeownership
43.9%
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
34.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar, MO | 5.2 |
| CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 5.2 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.2 |
| ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO | 5.2 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO | 5.2 |
| FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove, MO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visitation Catholic School
What grades does Visitation Catholic School serve?
Visitation Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Visitation Catholic School?
Visitation Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visitation Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Visitation Catholic School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Visitation Catholic School rank in MO?
Visitation Catholic School ranks #334 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Visitation Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Visitation Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Visitation Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Visitation Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Visitation Catholic School a religious school?
Visitation Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 531-6200
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