GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the GUADALUPE CENTERS SCHOOLS school district, located in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 515 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY, located on Truman Road in Kansas City, Missouri, is a public charter school that serves as a core component of the historic Guadalupe Centers organization—the oldest continuously operating organization serving the Latino community in the United States. The school is deeply committed to academic excellence, fostering a culturally responsive environment that celebrates the diverse backgrounds of its students while maintaining high expectations for personal and intellectual growth. By integrating a rigorous curriculum with strong community support, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY is known for its holistic approach to student well-being, emphasizing the importance of family engagement and community involvement. Because it is part of a larger network of social services, the school often benefits from a wraparound model that addresses the broader needs of students and their families. With a mission rooted in empowering the Hispanic community and fostering inclusivity, the school provides a nurturing, safe, and bilingual-friendly atmosphere that helps students build a strong sense of identity and confidence as they navigate their educational journey.

For more information, contact GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY at (816) 994-0396 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.