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Bell Prairie Elementary School

3000 NE 108TH ST, KANSAS CITY, MO 64156

Top 10% School in Missouri

Ranked 28 of 143 in Missouri

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About Bell Prairie Elementary School

Bell Prairie Elementary School is a public school for students in grades PK–5 in Kansas City, Missouri. It has 742 students and a student–teacher ratio of about 16:1. Bell Prairie Elementary has good proficiency outcomes, according to U.S. News data. In math, 63% of students scored at or above the proficient level, and in reading, 65% did the same. The school has a structured academic program that focuses on early literacy, basic math, and using technology in the classroom to engage and keep the class interesting. The students have access to enrichment opportunities in art, music and physical education to support their well-rounded learning experience. The student population showcases diversity and the district spending per pupil aligns with the Missouri public school averages which contributes to access to instructional materials and support services. The neighborhood is suburban, with families who are involved and homes that are being built at a steady pace. Overall, Bell Prairie Elementary School has good academic results and provides a supportive learning environment for young students, hence placing them at top 10% schools of Missouri.

Bell Prairie Elementary School Contact Information

Address

3000 NE 108TH ST, KANSAS CITY, MO 64156

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Phone

(816) 321-5020

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 63%
Reading 65%
State average proficiency is 63% in Math and 65% in Reading.
47
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
708
Total Students
$62175
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 28 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Bell Prairie Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM to 3:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 59.3%
Asian 4.1%
Hispanic 12.9%
Black 14.7%
Two+ Races 8.1%
Native Am. 0%
White
59.3%
Asian
4.1%
Hispanic
12.9%
Black
14.7%
Two+ Races
8.1%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 708
46.8%
331 Female
53.2%
377 Male

Student Population

708 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

352 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

On September 2025 The school’s cafeteria earned a “Food Safety Excellence” award, recognizing its high standards in meal preparation and hygiene

FAQ

Q1. What do parents like most about the teaching at Bell Prairie Elementary?

Ans. Families stress the importance of structured teaching methods and clear expectations that help students stay on task.

Q2. What does the school do to get students involved?

Ans. Students learn through group activities, interactive lessons, and technology.

Q3. How does the overall learning environment feel?

Ans. Parents say that the environment is helpful, friendly, and encourages good behavior.

Q4: What kinds of programs do you offer to help kids grow?

Ans. Students like art, music, physical education, and other activities at school that help them learn.

Q5. How do families keep in touch with the school?

Ans. Communication is regular, and parents feel like they know what's going on in the classroom and what's coming up.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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