Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alfred L. Renner Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred L. Renner Elementary serves the northeast part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1026 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
49%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred L. Renner Elementary School's ranking?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is ranked #1026 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Alfred L. Renner Elementary School often compared to?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Prairie Point Elementary School, Tiffany Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Alfred L. Renner Elementary School?
403 students attend Alfred L. Renner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Alfred L. Renner Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred L. Renner Elementary School?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfred L. Renner Elementary School offer ?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred L. Renner Elementary School part of?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred L. Renner Elementary School located?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is located in the Platte Ridge neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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