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#961 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 43% in state

Abraham Mallinson Elementary

Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30

709 NORTH FOREST AVE, Sugar Creek, MO 64054

Enrollment

275

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#961 of 2,221

In Sugar Creek

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#10 of 28

INDEPENDENCE 30

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Abraham Mallinson Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Sugar Creek · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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About Abraham Mallinson Elementary

Abraham Mallinson Elementary is a public elementary school in Sugar Creek, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Abraham Mallinson Elementary serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Abraham Mallinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #961 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Abraham Mallinson Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Abraham Mallinson Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+4.85 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,302
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Abraham Mallinson Elementary — Students at Abraham Mallinson Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 24 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
27.4%
ELA
15.8%
2025
Math
26.4%
ELA
26.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Abraham Mallinson Elementary Compares

See how Abraham Mallinson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in MO
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

709 NORTH FOREST AVE, Sugar Creek, MO 64054

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abraham Mallinson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROCTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUGAR CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sugar Creek, see our Sugar Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SUGAR CREEK ELEM. Sugar Creek 0.3 mi 7.6
BRYANT ELEM. Independence 1.2 mi 5.4
CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence 1.3 mi 6.8
MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence 1.2 mi 7.1
OTT ELEM. Independence 1.3 mi 3.6
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. Independence 1.3 mi 2.5
WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence 1.4 mi 5.9
PROCTER ELEM. Independence 2.1 mi 7.8
VAN HORN HIGH Independnce 2.0 mi 5.2
SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence 2.6 mi 4.1
THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence 2.4 mi 5.7
KORTE ELEM. Independence 2.8 mi 4.1
CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence 3.2 mi 6.2
KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City 2.7 mi 6.7
THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence 3.5 mi 3.7
CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence 3.5 mi 3.5
HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence 3.5 mi
TRUMAN HIGH Independence 3.9 mi 5.0
RANDALL ELEM. Independence 3.2 mi 7.0
JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence 4.2 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,639

Median Home Value

$98,500

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

3,109

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

65.6%

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

42

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CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester, MO 6.7
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DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville, MO 6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abraham Mallinson Elementary

What grades does Abraham Mallinson Elementary serve?

Abraham Mallinson Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Abraham Mallinson Elementary?

Abraham Mallinson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abraham Mallinson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Abraham Mallinson Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abraham Mallinson Elementary rank in MO?

Abraham Mallinson Elementary ranks #961 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Abraham Mallinson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Abraham Mallinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abraham Mallinson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abraham Mallinson Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Abraham Mallinson Elementary a charter school?

No, Abraham Mallinson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abraham Mallinson Elementary a Title I school?

No, Abraham Mallinson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abraham Mallinson Elementary?

85.8% of students at Abraham Mallinson Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

INDEPENDENCE 30
District Enrollment
14,168
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,302
District Rank
#10 of 28

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