Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southeast Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southeast Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Lead, Superstars Succeed
School Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#593 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
20%
15%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Park Hill School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #593 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Southeast Elementary School often compared to?
Southeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas B. Chinn Elementary School, Tiffany Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
548 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Elementary School?
Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Southeast Elementary School located?
Southeast Elementary School is located in the Parkdale Walden neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Parkdale Walden.
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