Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gladstone 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 30% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gladstone Elementary serves the northern part of Kansas City, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 1.9 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladstone Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gladstone 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 Gladstone Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1642 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladstone Elementary School's ranking?
Gladstone Elementary School is ranked #1642 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gladstone Elementary School?
406 students attend Gladstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gladstone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladstone Elementary School?
Gladstone Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gladstone Elementary School offer ?
Gladstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladstone Elementary School part of?
Gladstone Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gladstone Elementary School located?
Gladstone Elementary School is located in the Northeast Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Northeast Kansas City.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is super awsome. I have learned so much at this school that i was able to improve on my reading scores. I am a fifth grade student in 8th grade reading. Great school!
5 10/10/2025
This school is really good for the neighborhood. These kids are getting out of these bad situations with a good elementary education. I am proud to be associated with Gladstone!
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