District Overview
Headquartered at 2010 N. 59th Street in Kansas City, Kansas, the Kansas City public school district serves as an essential educational cornerstone within a dynamic midsize city setting in the heart of the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. Currently fully open and operating as a traditional public school system, the district manages 43 operational schools offering comprehensive learning pathways from prekindergarten all the way through 12th grade. The district educates a vibrant student body of 21,538 pupils, reflecting a richly diverse student community comprising prominent Hispanic and Black populations alongside Asian, White, Multiracial, Pacific Islander, and Native American students, cultivating an inclusive learning environment for local youth.

To support the diverse academic and emotional needs of its enrollment, the district maintains a robust staffing ecosystem of more than 6,570 full-time equivalent employees. Classroom instruction is led by approximately 2,800 dedicated full-time teachers, bolstered by nearly 270 instructional aides and a strong network of over 3,500 operational and student support staff. This comprehensive staffing model ensures that students receive tailored instructional guidance and essential wraparound support throughout their academic journey. Families, students, and educational researchers looking to learn more about the district's programs and community initiatives can reach out by phone at (913) 551-3200 or explore resources online at www.kckschools.org.
43
Total Schools
21,538
Total Students
2,799.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kansas City
Demographic Student Count
White1,769
Hispanic12,643
Black4,701
Asian1,479
Two or More785
American Indian45
Pacific Islander116
  • Hispanic
    12,643 (58.7%)
  • Black
    4,701 (21.8%)
  • White
    1,769 (8.2%)
  • Asian
    1,479 (6.9%)
  • Two or More
    785 (3.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    116 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    45 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Kansas City
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary28
Middle7
High7
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:43
Students:21,538*
Teachers (FTE):2,799.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.7
Schools in Kansas City
Found 43 Schools
Elementary School K - 5th