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#2049 of 2,221 schools in MO

Blue Ridge Elem.

Elementary School · RAYTOWN C-2

6410 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, Raytown, MO 64133

Enrollment

324

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,049 of 2,221

In Raytown

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#12 of 17

RAYTOWN C-2

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Blue Ridge Elem.

3.9/10

Elementary School in Raytown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Blue Ridge Elem.

Blue Ridge Elem. is a public elementary school in Raytown, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. Blue Ridge Elem. serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,049 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Blue Ridge Elem. show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.4 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,743
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

Blue Ridge Elem. — Students at Blue Ridge Elem. score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
38.8%
ELA
33%
2025
Math
30.9%
ELA
28.9%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Blue Ridge Elem. Compares

See how Blue Ridge Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in MO
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

Location

6410 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, Raytown, MO 64133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Ridge Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST REGIS ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PITCHER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raytown, see our Raytown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown 0.0 mi 4.9
THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown 0.9 mi 4.9
RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown 0.9 mi 3.3
LAUREL HILLS ELEM. Raytown 1.2 mi 3.6
RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown 1.2 mi 3.4
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 1.7 mi 3.7
EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City 1.6 mi 5.3
RAYTOWN MIDDLE Kansas City 1.9 mi 5.7
SPRING VALLEY ELEM. Raytown 2.3 mi 4.7
SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown 2.3 mi 3.8
ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown 1.9 mi 8.4
SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown 2.5 mi 6.5
RAYTOWN SOUTH SR. HIGH Raytown 2.8 mi 5.0
NORFLEET ELEM. Kansas City 2.4 mi 5.0
PITCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.2 mi 7.2
ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City 3.3 mi 8.5
FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 2.8 mi 7.0
MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City 3.5 mi 6.3
HICKMAN MILLS 6TH 7TH GR CTR Kansas City 3.5 mi 6.5
FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City 4.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,816

Median Home Value

$165,700

Median Rent

$1,185/mo

Population

35,470

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview, MO 3.9
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Mexico, MO 3.9
FOX ELEM. Arnold, MO 3.9
GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO 3.9
HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 3.9
LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis, MO 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Ridge Elem.

What grades does Blue Ridge Elem. serve?

Blue Ridge Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Blue Ridge Elem.?

Blue Ridge Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Elem. is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Ridge Elem. rank in MO?

Blue Ridge Elem. ranks #2,049 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Blue Ridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Blue Ridge Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Ridge Elem. has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Blue Ridge Elem. a charter school?

No, Blue Ridge Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blue Ridge Elem. a Title I school?

No, Blue Ridge Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blue Ridge Elem.?

67.0% of students at Blue Ridge Elem. 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

District

RAYTOWN C-2
District Enrollment
7,953
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,743
District Rank
#12 of 17

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