Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chapel Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapel Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chapel Hill Elementary School's student population of 622 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Rankings
Chapel Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapel Hill Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
53%
68%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapel Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Chapel Hill Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Chapel Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Chapel Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gracemor Elementary School, Epic Elementary School, Shoal Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Chapel Hill Elementary School?
622 students attend Chapel Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chapel Hill Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapel Hill Elementary School?
Chapel Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chapel Hill Elementary School offer ?
Chapel Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapel Hill Elementary School part of?
Chapel Hill Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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