Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Boone Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boone Elementary serves the northwest part of Kansas City, MO, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in this area typically enjoy a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most residing within 0.8 miles of its edges, while the furthest point is about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boone Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boone Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boone Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1579 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
48%
15%
White
27%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boone Elementary School's ranking?
Boone Elementary School is ranked #1579 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Boone Elementary School often compared to?
Boone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Middle School, B W Sheperd School, Frontier School Of Innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Boone Elementary School?
247 students attend Boone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Boone Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boone Elementary School?
Boone Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boone Elementary School offer ?
Boone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boone Elementary School part of?
Boone Elementary School is part of Center 58 School District.
In what neighborhood is Boone Elementary School located?
Boone Elementary School is located in the Santa Fe Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Santa Fe Hills.
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