Serving 585 students in grades 7-8, Maple Park Middle 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 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maple Park Middle serves the southeast part of the Kansas City, MO school district, encompassing approximately 27.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 5.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maple Park Middle School's student population of 585 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Relentless Champions for All Students
School Rankings
Maple Park Middle 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 Maple Park Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1578 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
22%
15%
White
46%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Park Middle School's ranking?
Maple Park Middle School is ranked #1578 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Maple Park Middle School?
585 students attend Maple Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Maple Park Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Park Middle School?
Maple Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Maple Park Middle School offer ?
Maple Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple Park Middle School part of?
Maple Park Middle School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Maple Park Middle School located?
Maple Park Middle School is located in the Maple Park neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Maple Park.
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