Serving 587 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fox Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox Hill 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
Diversity
School Overview
Fox Hill Elementary School's student population of 587 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fox Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fox Hill Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
54%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fox Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Fox Hill Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Fox Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Fox Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Prairie Elementary School, Nashua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Fox Hill Elementary School?
587 students attend Fox Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Fox Hill Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fox Hill Elementary School?
Fox Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox Hill Elementary School offer ?
Fox Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fox Hill Elementary School part of?
Fox Hill Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fox Hill Elementary School located?
Fox Hill Elementary School is located in the New Mark neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in New Mark.
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