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Blue Springs High

High School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

2000 NW ASHTON DR, Blue Springs, MO 64015

Enrollment

2,396

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#891 of 2,221

In Blue Springs

#9 of 16

public schools

In district

#12 of 20

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Blue Springs High

6.8/10

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About Blue Springs High

Blue Springs High is a public high school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. Blue Springs High serves approximately 2,396 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #891 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Blue Springs High show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Blue Springs High

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

The Blue Springs R-IV School District, reorganized in 1949, serves nearly 15,000 students and employs 2,300 staff members 1 . The district boundaries encompass parts of Grain Valley, Lee’s Summit, and Independence 1 . It has been honored with 20 National Blue Ribbon Schools 1 . James Walker Elementary was recognized as the district's newest 2025 Missouri Gold Star School 1 . The transportation department received the top award for bus maintenance from the Highway Patrol and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for 32 consecutive years 1 . The Class of 2025 included 1,213 graduates, five National Merit Finalists, and 56 Bright Flight Scholarship recipients, totaling nearly $18,000,000 in scholarships 1 .
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Blue Springs High is a large school: 2,396 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation12.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Blue Springs High — Students at Blue Springs High score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
37%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
46.2%
ELA
56.8%
2025
Math
51.5%
ELA
59.7%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Blue Springs High Compares

See how Blue Springs High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in MO
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
148 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.6% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·53 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

2000 NW ASHTON DR, Blue Springs, MO 64015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Springs High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs 0.5 mi 4.8
ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs 0.7 mi 6.3
RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs 0.9 mi 5.8
FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs 1.7 mi 9.6
PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs 1.7 mi 6.3
JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs 1.7 mi 9.2
PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blue Springs 1.7 mi 4.3
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 1.6 mi 8.1
SUNNY POINTE ELEM. Blue Springs 1.8 mi 7.8
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 1.9 mi 7.6
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs 2.0 mi 7.9
JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 1.9 mi 8.8
WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs 2.3 mi 5.6
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs 2.5 mi 7.0
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 2.7 mi 4.4
MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs 3.0 mi 5.1
LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs 3.0 mi 6.4
CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs 3.4 mi 6.7
TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs 4.2 mi 6.6
PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley 3.9 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,242

Median Home Value

$249,500

Median Rent

$1,148/mo

Population

31,814

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Springs High

What grades does Blue Springs High serve?

Blue Springs High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Blue Springs High?

Blue Springs High has an enrollment of approximately 2,396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Springs High?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Springs High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Springs High rank in MO?

Blue Springs High ranks #891 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Blue Springs High's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Springs High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Springs High has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Blue Springs High a charter school?

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

Is Blue Springs High a Title I school?

No, Blue Springs High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blue Springs High?

31.3% of students at Blue Springs High 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,396
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
148
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
District Enrollment
14,744
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,950
District Rank
#12 of 20

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