Serving 656 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northview Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northview Elementary serves the northern part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northview Elementary School's student population of 656 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Northview Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northview Elementary School is 0.49, which is less 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
#190 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
70%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview Elementary School's ranking?
Northview Elementary School is ranked #190 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Northview Elementary School often compared to?
Northview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Northview Elementary School?
656 students attend Northview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northview Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northview Elementary School?
Northview Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northview Elementary School offer ?
Northview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview Elementary School part of?
Northview Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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