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#1250 of 2,221 schools in MO
Whittier Elementary
Elementary School · KANSAS CITY 33
1012 BALES, Kansas City, MO 64127
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,250 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#72 of 147
public schools
In district
#11 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Whittier Elementary
Whittier Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Whittier Elementary serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,250 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Whittier 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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Whittier Elementary — Students at Whittier Elementary score 14% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.8/10.
How Whittier Elementary Compares
See how Whittier 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
1012 BALES, Kansas City, MO 64127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SCUOLA VITA NUOVA CHARTER Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton, MO | 6.1 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Warrenton, MO | 6.1 |
| EAST ELEM. Ozark, MO | 6.1 |
| ELLIS ELEM. Plattsburg, MO | 6.1 |
| KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 6.1 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey, MO | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Elementary
What grades does Whittier Elementary serve?
Whittier Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Whittier Elementary?
Whittier Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Elementary rank in MO?
Whittier Elementary ranks #1,250 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Whittier Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Whittier Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whittier Elementary a charter school?
No, Whittier Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whittier Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittier Elementary?
100.0% of students at Whittier 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
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (816) 418-3850
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #11 of 31
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