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#1204 of 2,221 schools in MO
Wendell Phillips Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
2400 Prospect, Kansas City, MO 64127
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,204 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#68 of 147
public schools
In district
#9 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Wendell Phillips Elementary
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About Wendell Phillips Elementary
Wendell Phillips Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Wendell Phillips Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wendell Phillips Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,204 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Wendell Phillips Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wendell Phillips Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Wendell Phillips Elementary — Students at Wendell Phillips Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 6.7/10.
How Wendell Phillips Elementary Compares
See how Wendell Phillips Elementary 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
2400 Prospect, Kansas City, MO 64127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wendell Phillips Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WHITTIER ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FAXON ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City | 1.2 mi | — |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| SCUOLA VITA NUOVA CHARTER Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| UNION HILL DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,179
Median Home Value
$59,300
Median Rent
$886/mo
Population
17,645
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AC PREP ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 6.2 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| FREDERICKTOWN INTERMEDIATE Fredericktown, MO | 6.2 |
| NOEL PRIMARY Southwest City, MO | 6.2 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| ST THEODORE SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wendell Phillips Elementary
What grades does Wendell Phillips Elementary serve?
Wendell Phillips Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Wendell Phillips Elementary?
Wendell Phillips Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wendell Phillips Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wendell Phillips Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wendell Phillips Elementary rank in MO?
Wendell Phillips Elementary ranks #1,204 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Wendell Phillips Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wendell Phillips Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Wendell Phillips Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wendell Phillips Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wendell Phillips Elementary a charter school?
No, Wendell Phillips Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wendell Phillips Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wendell Phillips Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wendell Phillips Elementary?
100.0% of students at Wendell Phillips Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (816) 418-3755
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #9 of 31
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