The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 20-24% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 54%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (09-10)
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)20-24%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)15-19%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)2%
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)30%
4%
Black
(09-10)20%
18%
White
(09-10)48%
76%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MO state average).
How many students attend West Rock Creek Elementary School?
216 students attend West Rock Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Rock Creek Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does West Rock Creek Elementary School offer ?
West Rock Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is West Rock Creek Elementary School part of?
West Rock Creek Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
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