Average
#940 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 42% in state
Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest
Elementary School · BELTON 124
106 S HILLCREST RD, Belton, MO 64012
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#940 of 2,221
In Belton
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
BELTON 124
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest
Elementary School in Belton · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest
Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest is a public elementary school in Belton, MO, part of BELTON 124. Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #940 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest — Students at Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 42 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: 7.4/10.
How Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest Compares
See how Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest 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
106 S HILLCREST RD, Belton, MO 64012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMBRIDGE ELEM. (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. (rated 5.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Grandview), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belton, see our Belton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE EARLY CHILD. ED. CTR. Belton | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| GLADDEN ELEM. Belton | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| MILL CREEK UPPER ELEM. Belton | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BELTON HIGH Belton | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belton | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| BELVIDERE ELEM. Grandview | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. Grandview | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| STONEGATE ELEM. Raymore | 3.6 mi | 4.4 |
| MEADOWMERE ELEM. Grandview | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Raymore | 4.0 mi | — |
| CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview | 5.1 mi | 3.9 |
| HIGH GROVE Early Childhood Grandview | 5.3 mi | — |
| GRANDVIEW SR. HIGH Grandview | 5.3 mi | 4.9 |
| CORNERSTONE WITH CARE - OZANAM SCHOOL Kansas City | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,782
Median Home Value
$200,900
Median Rent
$1,232/mo
Population
28,980
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester, MO | 6.7 |
| CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville, MO | 6.7 |
| DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville, MO | 6.7 |
| JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. Lebanon, MO | 6.7 |
| KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City, MO | 6.7 |
| LESLIE BELL ELEM. Lexington, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest
What grades does Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest serve?
Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest?
Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest rank in MO?
Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest ranks #940 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest a charter school?
No, Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest a Title I school?
No, Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest?
46.9% of students at Wilckens Steam Acad @hillcrest 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cass County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.8%
- Phone
- (816) 348-1130
Resources & Links
District
BELTON 124- District Enrollment
- 4,205
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,569
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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