Kipp Endeavor Academy vs Whittier Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kipp Endeavor Academy
Kansas City · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
665 students
Whittier Elementary
Kansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
550 students
| Measure | Kipp Endeavor Academy Kansas City, Missouri | Whittier Elementary Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1048 of 1,159 | #1052 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #45296 of 50,301 | #45380 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 665 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 665 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 24% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.3 vs 19.2).
- •Whittier Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 20%).
- •Kipp Endeavor Academy does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 11.5).
- •Kipp Endeavor Academy is the larger school with 665 students compared with 550.
- •Kipp Endeavor Academy is a charter school while Whittier Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kipp Endeavor Academy better than Whittier Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Kipp Endeavor Academy and Whittier Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kipp Endeavor Academy: 665. Whittier Elementary: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kipp Endeavor Academy and Whittier Elementary rank in Missouri?
Kipp Endeavor Academy is 1048th of 1,159 and Whittier Elementary is 1052nd of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).