5.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sugar Creek, Missouri

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.5/10
Median household income: $47,639
Median home value: $98,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Owner-occupied homes: 66%

How Sugar Creek compares

Median household income

$48k

72% of Missouri median

About Schools in Sugar Creek, Missouri

Sugar Creek, Missouri is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Sugar Creek show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Sugar Creek is Abraham Mallinson Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sugar Creek is served by 1 school district: INDEPENDENCE 30. These districts collectively serve 14,168 students.

Sugar Creek's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,639. The poverty rate in the area is 12.2%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY 275 students · 2nd–5th	275	2nd–5th	6.6
2	SUGAR CREEK ELEM. 138 students · Pre-K–1st	138	Pre-K–1st	4.4

Schools in Sugar Creek

Sugar Creek, Missouri · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$47,639

Median Home Value

$98,500

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

3,109

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

66%

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Community Profile

Sugar Creek has a median household income of $47,639. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $98,500, with a median rent of $1,100/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Missouri
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Resources

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School District

INDEPENDENCE 30

31 schools · 14,168 students

Nearby Cities

Independnce (1 school)

2 mi

Independence (39 schools)

3 mi

Raytown (11 schools)

8 mi

Kansas City (197 schools)

7 mi

Liberty (14 schools)

9 mi

Gladstone (7 schools)

10 mi

Blue Springs (20 schools)

11 mi

Missouri City (1 school)

12 mi

Riverside (1 school)

11 mi

Lee's Summit (32 schools)

14 mi

Lee'S Summit (1 school)

16 mi

Grandview (8 schools)

17 mi

Grain Valley (8 schools)

Other Major Cities in Missouri

Top metros statewide by school count.

St. Louis 290 schools Springfield 82 schools Columbia 47 schools St. Charles 41 schools Florissant 35 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sugar Creek, Missouri

How many schools are in Sugar Creek, Missouri?

Sugar Creek has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sugar Creek, Missouri?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sugar Creek is 5.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Sugar Creek, Missouri?

The top-ranked school in Sugar Creek on MySchoolScout is Abraham Mallinson Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sugar Creek, Missouri?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sugar Creek on MySchoolScout is Abraham Mallinson Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Sugar Creek, Missouri?

Sugar Creek is served by 1 school district: Independence 30.

What is the education level in Sugar Creek, Missouri?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Sugar Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sugar Creek, Missouri?

The median household income in Sugar Creek is approximately $47,639 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sugar Creek, Missouri?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sugar Creek is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sugar Creek, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.