Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Norfleet 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 77% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norfleet Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Kansas City, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norfleet Elementary School's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Expect the Exceptional
School Rankings
Norfleet 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 Norfleet 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
#1858 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
48%
15%
White
23%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norfleet Elementary School's ranking?
Norfleet Elementary School is ranked #1858 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Norfleet Elementary School?
329 students attend Norfleet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Norfleet Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norfleet Elementary School?
Norfleet Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norfleet Elementary School offer ?
Norfleet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norfleet Elementary School part of?
Norfleet Elementary School is part of Raytown C-2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Norfleet Elementary School located?
Norfleet Elementary School is located in the Little Blue Valley neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Little Blue Valley.
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