Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gracemor 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 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gracemor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gracemor Elementary School's student population of 655 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gracemor 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 Gracemor Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1407 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
23%
15%
White
43%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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 Gracemor Elementary School's ranking?
Gracemor Elementary School is ranked #1407 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gracemor Elementary School often compared to?
Gracemor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gracemor Elementary School?
655 students attend Gracemor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gracemor Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gracemor Elementary School?
Gracemor Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gracemor Elementary School offer ?
Gracemor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gracemor Elementary School part of?
Gracemor Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Gracemor Elementary School located?
Gracemor Elementary School is located in the Gracemor Randolph Corners neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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