District Overview
Located in the heart of a vibrant urban setting, Kansas City Public Schools (District 33) serves as a vital educational hub for families across the Kansas City, Missouri metropolitan area. Headquartered at 2901 Troost Avenue, this active, traditional public school district operates 33 operational schools, offering a comprehensive continuum of learning spanning from pre-kindergarten through the 12th grade. Serving an enrollment of over 15,000 students, the district is structured to support learners at every milestone, offering early childhood education, elementary foundations, and secondary academic programs designed to prepare graduates for higher education and future careers.

Reflecting the dynamic community it serves, the district boasts a richly diverse student body of more than 15,000 children and young adults across all grade levels. To cultivate a supportive learning environment, Kansas City Public Schools maintains a substantial professional workforce comprising over 3,000 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 2,246 full-time equivalent teachers, alongside instructional aides and support personnel who together deliver individualized instruction, specialized services, and robust operational guidance. For parents, students, and educational researchers alike, the district represents an impactful urban school system committed to academic growth, community engagement, and accessible public education.
33
Total Schools
15,079
Total Students
2,246.6
Full-Time Teachers
6.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KANSAS CITY 33
Demographic Student Count
White1,636
Hispanic5,157
Black6,962
Asian605
Two or More535
American Indian49
Pacific Islander135
  • Black
    6,962 (46.2%)
  • Hispanic
    5,157 (34.2%)
  • White
    1,636 (10.8%)
  • Asian
    605 (4.0%)
  • Two or More
    535 (3.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    135 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    49 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in KANSAS CITY 33
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary23
Middle3
High7
Other2
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:33
Students:15,079*
Teachers (FTE):2,246.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.7
Schools in KANSAS CITY 33
Found 35 Schools