Best Schools in Blue Springs, Missouri
20 schools · 12 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Blue Springs?
Use this page to compare every school in Blue Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Franklin Smith Elem.
Elementary · Blue Springs R-iv. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
James Lewis Elem.
Elementary · Blue Springs R-iv. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John Nowlin Elem.
Elementary · Blue Springs R-iv. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Blue Springs for 2026 are Franklin Smith Elem. (9.6/10), James Lewis Elem. (9.2/10), and John Nowlin Elem. (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 20 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
20
16 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$241,350
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
20
16 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$241,350
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.6/10 despite 46% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Blue Springs schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Blue Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (20 of 20). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franklin Smith Elem. | 9.6 / 10 |
| 2 | James Lewis Elem. | 9.2 / 10 |
| 3 | John Nowlin Elem. | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | James Walker Elem. | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Brittany Hill Middle | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Sunny Pointe Elem. | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Lucy Franklin Elem. | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Blue Springs South High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Blue Springs High | 6.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Cordill-mason Elem. | 6.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $82,715
- Median home value
- $241,350
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Blue Springs compares
Missouri rank
#65 of 258
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Missouri avg (6.3)
Median household income
$83k
126% of Missouri median
Schools in this city
20
About Schools in Blue Springs, Missouri
Blue Springs is a mid-size suburban city east of Kansas City, served entirely by Blue Springs R-IV School District. Parents researching here will find 16 ranked public schools spanning elementary through middle grades, with a mix of strong performers at the top and a wide spread in scores below. The district draws from stable residential neighborhoods and feeds into a single high school system, making school choice at the elementary and middle levels the most consequential decision families face.
Performance across those 16 schools averages 5.8 out of 10 — a middle-of-the-road composite that masks real variation within the city. Only 2 schools, or 12% of the ranked pool, score 7 or above. That concentration at the top means most Blue Springs schools cluster in the 4–6 range, and the difference between the best and the median is substantial. Parents should treat school assignment boundaries as a meaningful variable when choosing a home, not a minor detail.
Franklin Smith Elementary stands out as the clear anchor of the district, scoring 9.4 out of 10 — the highest-rated school in the city and one of the stronger elementary performers in the region. Liggett Trail Education Center follows at 7.4, rounding out the two schools that clear the 7-point threshold. At the middle school level, Brittany Hill Middle leads at 6.9, with Paul Kinder Middle School close behind at 6.2. Lucy Franklin Elementary rounds out the top five at 6.3. Families with elementary-age children should map their address against Franklin Smith's boundary first; the gap between that school and the city average is wide enough to matter at enrollment time.
Practically, Blue Springs offers predictability — one consolidated district, clear feeder patterns, and a top elementary that performs well above the city norm. Parents prioritizing the strongest academic environment should focus on Franklin Smith's attendance zone. Those outside that boundary will find middle-of-the-pack options that are competitive but not exceptional. Visiting individual school profiles on MySchoolScout and cross-referencing boundary maps with current listings will give the clearest picture before committing to a neighborhood.
Elementary Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.6 |
| 2 | 471 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 |
| 3 | 462 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 |
| 4 | 447 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 |
| 5 | 518 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
| 6 | 543 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 7 | 698 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 8 | 486 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
| 9 | 430 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 |
| 10 | 326 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 |
Show all 12 elementary schools in Blue Springs
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 853 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 862 students · 6th–8th | 5.1 |
| 3 | 917 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,308 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 2,396 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 152 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.4 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Plaza Heights Christian Academy
Private
212 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | 71 students · UG–UG | 5.8 | ||
Schools in Blue Springs
Blue Springs, Missouri · 20 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$82,715
Median Home Value
$241,350
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
60,248
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Community Profile
Blue Springs has a median household income of $82,715. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $241,350, with a median rent of $1,225/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Missouri
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
- Other
- 3
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Missouri
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Blue Springs, Missouri
How many schools are in Blue Springs, Missouri?
Blue Springs has 20 schools, including 16 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Blue Springs, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blue Springs is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Blue Springs, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Blue Springs on MySchoolScout is Franklin Smith Elem. with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Blue Springs, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Blue Springs on MySchoolScout is Franklin Smith Elem. with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Blue Springs, Missouri?
The top-ranked middle school in Blue Springs on MySchoolScout is Brittany Hill Middle with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Blue Springs, Missouri?
The top-ranked high school in Blue Springs on MySchoolScout is Blue Springs South High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Blue Springs, Missouri?
Blue Springs is served by 1 school district: Blue Springs R-iv.
What is the education level in Blue Springs, Missouri?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Blue Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Blue Springs, Missouri?
The median household income in Blue Springs is approximately $82,715 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Blue Springs, Missouri?
Yes, Blue Springs has 4 private schools alongside 16 public schools. The top-rated private school is Timothy Lutheran School with a score of 6.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Blue Springs, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blue Springs is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blue Springs, Missouri?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.