Best Schools in Lee's Summit, Missouri
36 schools · 21 Elementary · 5 Middle · 5 High · 5 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lee's Summit by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Delta Woods Middle
Middle · Blue Springs R-IV. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lee's Summit West High
High · Lee's Summit R-Vii. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Voy Spears Jr. Elem.
Elementary · Blue Springs R-IV. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lee's Summit for 2026 are Delta Woods Middle (8.0/10), Lee's Summit West High (8.0/10), and Voy Spears Jr. Elem. (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 26 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
36
31 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$324,240
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
36
31 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$324,240
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 59% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 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 Lee's Summit schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Lee's Summit
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 26 rated schools; 36 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delta Woods Middle | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Lee's Summit West High | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Voy Spears Jr. Elem. | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Sunset Valley Elem. | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Richardson Elem. | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Westview Elem. | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Lee's Summit Elem. | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Lee's Summit Sr. High | 7.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Bernard C. Campbell Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Chapel Lakes Elem. | 7.4 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $108,241
- Median home value
- $324,240
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lee's Summit compares
Missouri rank
#126 of 257
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Missouri avg (6.3)
Median household income
$108k
165% of Missouri median
Schools in this city
30
Lee's Summit R-Vii runs 84% of Lee's Summit's public schools
Lee's Summit touches 4 districts, but Lee's Summit R-Vii is the one most addresses actually attend.
Lee's Summit R-Vii accounts for 26 of 31 public schools (84%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 5.
Among 26 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.9 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Lee's Summit, not a citywide average.
- Lee's Summit R-Vii26 public · 84%
- Blue Springs R-Iv3 public · 10%
- Division of Youth Service1 public · 3%
- Mo Schls For the Sev Disabled1 public · 3%
About Schools in Lee's Summit, Missouri
Lee's Summit, Missouri is home to 36 schools, including 31 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 21 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Lee's Summit show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lee's Summit is Delta Woods Middle with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lee's Summit is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 33,803 students.
Lee's Summit's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,241. The poverty rate in the area is 5.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
21 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 556 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 304 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 432 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 274 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
| 5 | 217 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 6 | 644 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 |
| 7 | 430 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 |
| 8 | 419 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 9 | 477 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 10 | 405 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 |
Show all 21 elementary schools in Lee's Summit
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 808 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 1,073 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 1,033 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 1,042 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 5 | 931 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,976 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 1,960 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 1,998 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
| 4 | 13 students · 5th–12th | — |
| 5 | 28 students · 5th–12th | — |
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 284 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.3 | ||
| 2 | 27 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
| 3 | 49 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Lees Summit AcademyPrivate 98 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Summit Christian AcademyPrivate 1,135 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Lee's Summit
Lee's Summit, Missouri · 36 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$108,241
Median Home Value
$324,240
Median Rent
$1,434/mo
Population
109,890
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Community Profile
Lee's Summit has a median household income of $108,241. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $324,240, with a median rent of $1,434/month. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Missouri
- Elementary
- 21
- Middle
- 5
- High
- 5
- Other
- 5
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lee's Summit, Missouri
How many schools are in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
Lee's Summit has 36 schools, including 31 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lee's Summit is 6.3 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 Lee's Summit, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Lee's Summit on MySchoolScout is Delta Woods Middle with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lee's Summit on MySchoolScout is Voy Spears Jr. Elem. with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
The top-ranked middle school in Lee's Summit on MySchoolScout is Delta Woods Middle with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
The top-ranked high school in Lee's Summit on MySchoolScout is Lee's Summit West High with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Lee's Summit, Missouri?
Lee's Summit is served by 4 school districts: Division of Youth Service, Mo Schls for the Sev Disabled, Blue Springs R-IV, Lee's Summit R-Vii.
What is the education level in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Lee's Summit have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
The median household income in Lee's Summit is approximately $108,241 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
Yes, Lee's Summit has 5 private schools alongside 31 public schools. The top-rated private school is Lees Summit Academy with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lee's Summit is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lee's Summit, 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.