Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crestview 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 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crestview Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Cheetahs
School Rankings
Crestview 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 Crestview Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1518 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
22%
15%
White
33%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetahs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestview Elementary School's ranking?
Crestview Elementary School is ranked #1518 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Crestview Elementary School?
389 students attend Crestview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Crestview Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestview Elementary School?
Crestview Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Crestview Elementary School offer ?
Crestview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestview Elementary School part of?
Crestview Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestview Elementary School located?
Crestview Elementary School is located in the Crestview neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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