Needs Improvement
#2099 of 2,221 schools in MO
Westridge Elem.
Elementary School · RAYTOWN C-2
8500 E 77TH ST, Kansas City, MO 64138
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,099 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#140 of 147
public schools
In district
#14 of 17
RAYTOWN C-2
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Westridge Elem.
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About Westridge Elem.
Westridge Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. Westridge Elem. serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,099 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Westridge Elem. show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Westridge Elem. — Students at Westridge Elem. score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.9/10.
How Westridge Elem. Compares
See how Westridge Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8500 E 77TH ST, Kansas City, MO 64138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westridge Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST REGIS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Raytown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOBBS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| SPRING VALLEY ELEM. Raytown | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| RAYTOWN SOUTH SR. HIGH Raytown | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| LAUREL HILLS ELEM. Raytown | 2.9 mi | 3.6 |
| EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| HOLLIDAY MONTESSORI Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,619
Median Home Value
$164,900
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
24,830
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRANE ELEM. Crane, MO | 3.7 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.7 |
| NASHUA ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge, MO | 3.7 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence, MO | 3.7 |
| CUBA ELEM. Cuba, MO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westridge Elem.
What grades does Westridge Elem. serve?
Westridge Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Westridge Elem.?
Westridge Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westridge Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Westridge Elem. is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westridge Elem. rank in MO?
Westridge Elem. ranks #2,099 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Westridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Westridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Westridge Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westridge Elem. has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Westridge Elem. a charter school?
No, Westridge Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westridge Elem. a Title I school?
No, Westridge Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westridge Elem.?
71.0% of students at Westridge 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
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.7%
- Phone
- (816) 268-7290
Resources & Links
District
RAYTOWN C-2- District Enrollment
- 7,953
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,743
- District Rank
- #14 of 17
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