Gashland Elementary School serves 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gashland Elementary School's student population of 218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gashland Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
8%
15%
White
59%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gashland Elementary School?
218 students attend Gashland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gashland Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gashland Elementary School?
Gashland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gashland Elementary School offer ?
Gashland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gashland Elementary School part of?
Gashland Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gashland Elementary School located?
Gashland Elementary School is located in the Jefferson Highlands neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Jefferson Highlands.
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