Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maplewood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maplewood Elementary serves the southeast part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most students living within about 0.8 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maplewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Maplewood Elementary School's student population of 330 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maplewood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maplewood Elementary 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
#446 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green
School Mascot
Maple Leaf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maplewood Elementary School's ranking?
Maplewood Elementary School is ranked #446 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Maplewood Elementary School?
330 students attend Maplewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Maplewood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maplewood Elementary School?
Maplewood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Maplewood Elementary School offer ?
Maplewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maplewood Elementary School part of?
Maplewood Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Maplewood Elementary School located?
Maplewood Elementary 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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