Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alfred L. Renner 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 40% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred L. Renner 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 Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#835 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
54%
68%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred L. Renner Elementary School's ranking?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is ranked #835 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Alfred L. Renner Elementary School often compared to?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Point Elementary School, Central Elementary School, Hawthorn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Alfred L. Renner Elementary School?
437 students attend Alfred L. Renner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Alfred L. Renner Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred L. Renner Elementary School?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfred L. Renner Elementary School offer ?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alfred L. Renner Elementary School part of?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred L. Renner Elementary School located?
Alfred L. Renner Elementary School is located in the Platte Ridge neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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