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Briarcliff Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 325 students

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4 stars

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Posted June 20, 2010

Several teachers appear to be disorganized and lacking positive teaching skills. The Principal is the best asset the school has and he is leaving. I wouldn't recommend this school if you are expecting your child to be ahead of the curve. They do good to hit the basics!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 19, 2010

Does not keep parents or the community informed of activities. Webpage is never up to date.


Posted October 30, 2009

Briarcliff teachers are passionate about educating children. Their positive attitudes shine through in our children. Many students return to Briarcliff in later years to visit their 'favorite' teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

The staff love our kids and make their education fun!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

Briarcliff is a warm, wonderful environment filled with caring, committed staff. I feel like we hit the lottery when we moved into this school's boundaries!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

It is a great location with a great principal, faculty and staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

Briarcliff has a principal and teachers that truly care about children. I know my son is in good hands and is being taught well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

As new parents to the school our 2nd grader has enjoyed the transition. He brags about everything from lunch, to extra recesses, to computer, to library and he really is enjoying his teacher, Mrs. Sharp. We, as a family, have been very pleased with the warmth and kindness of the staff. By them providing a loving environment it encourages children to excell in their academics. We are very pleased to be at Briarcliff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

It is a small neighborhood elementary school with lots of diversity.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

The teachers,nurses,cafeteria all genuinely care for the health and well being of these students and well as their elementary education. I feel at ease to send him there knowing that he's safe and cared for outside of home.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

The entire staff... principal, secretary, teachers, counselors, assistants... have nothing but the welfare of the children and their families in mind! My son has thrived at Briarcliff, and we're blessed to have such a wonderful environment to learn and grow!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 29, 2009

Briarcliff is a big family that always makes you feel welcome.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

My granddaughter loves her teacher and the school has good reports from her parents, too!


Posted July 26, 2007

This has been a great school for parent involvement. I am very involved in my sons activities, and programs during the school year. Academic programs are of high quality to me, as well as music, art, and I like the variety of field trips too. Parents get involved here. PTA is a strong group at Briarcliff. The teachers and the Principal keep us (parents) up to date and involved more than a lot of schools compared to some of my friends I know with kids in other schools.
—Submitted by Carole Bush, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 46% in 2012.

57 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
47%

2009

 
 
54%
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

57 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
43%

2009

 
 
61%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 53% in 2012.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
57%
Math

The state average for Math was 51% in 2012.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
60%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

The state average for Communication Arts was 53% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
46%
Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
51%
Science

The state average for Science was 52% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
58%

2009

 
 
53%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students53%
Femalen/a
Male50%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White68%
Free or reduced-price lunch33%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students56%
Femalen/a
Male53%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White65%
Free or reduced-price lunch47%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students59%
Female60%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White78%
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students54%
Female54%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
White70%
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Communication Arts

All Students55%
Femalen/a
Male55%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Math

All Students63%
Femalen/a
Male65%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a

Science

All Students49%
Femalen/a
Male52%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Free or reduced-price lunchn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Missouri used the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math and communication arts, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The results for math, communication arts, and science are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The MAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Missouri. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; data is not reported if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group.

See Missouri's state standards

Source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 67% 76%
Black 13% 18%
Hispanic 13% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 6% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 46%N/A39%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4100 NW Briarcliff Rd
Kansas City, MO 64116
Phone: (816) 413-4950

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