Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Point Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Point Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairie Point Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Point Elementary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#929 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
66%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Point Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Point Elementary School is ranked #929 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Prairie Point Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Elementary School, Graden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Prairie Point Elementary School?
437 students attend Prairie Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Prairie Point Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Point Elementary School?
Prairie Point Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prairie Point Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Prairie Point Elementary School part of?
Prairie Point Elementary School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Point Elementary School located?
Prairie Point Elementary School is located in the Park Forest neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Park Forest.
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