Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hale Cook 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hale Cook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hale Cook Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hale Cook 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 Hale Cook Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#368 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
25%
15%
White
55%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hale Cook Elementary School's ranking?
Hale Cook Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hale Cook Elementary School often compared to?
Hale Cook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Elementary School, Belinder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hale Cook Elementary School?
354 students attend Hale Cook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hale Cook Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hale Cook Elementary School?
Hale Cook Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hale Cook Elementary School offer ?
Hale Cook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hale Cook Elementary School part of?
Hale Cook Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hale Cook Elementary School located?
Hale Cook Elementary School is located in the Ward Parkway neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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