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Butcher-greene Elem.

Elementary School · GRANDVIEW C-4

5302 E 140TH, Grandview, MO 64030

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Grandview

#3 of 6

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#615 of 1,202

In district

#4 of 7

GRANDVIEW C-4

School environment

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Butcher-greene Elem.

Butcher-Green Elementary in Grandview, Missouri, is a regular public school that serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 272 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1, the school benefits from relatively small class sizes, which can help teachers provide individualized attention to each child. The school has 22 full-time equivalent teachers who are dedicated to supporting their students' learning.

Butcher-Green Elementary's academic performance places it in the lower half of Missouri schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5 out of 10 and a state ranking at #1275 out of 2234. While proficiency levels in ELA/Reading and Math are below average—24% proficient or above in reading and 21% in math—the school is working to improve these outcomes. Butcher-Green Elementary is situated in a large suburban area, providing students with a typical neighborhood setting that includes parks, shops, and other community amenities.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Butcher-greene Elem. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22%
Reading/ELA Proficiency27%
Overall Proficiency25%
Expected (poverty-adj.)30%
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,732

Butcher-greene Elem. — Students at Butcher-greene Elem. score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Butcher-greene Elem. Compares

See how Butcher-greene Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in MO
Academic
4.2/10
4.2/10
Growth
6.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

Location

5302 E 140TH, Grandview, MO 64030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Butcher-greene Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELVIDERE ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is INGELS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MEADOWMERE ELEM. (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grandview, see our Grandview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview 1.1 mi 3.2
MEADOWMERE ELEM. Grandview 1.2 mi 5.4
BELVIDERE ELEM. Grandview 1.5 mi 6.6
GRANDVIEW SR. HIGH Grandview 1.5 mi 4.5
HIGH GROVE Early Childhood Grandview 1.5 mi
GRANDVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grandview 2.1 mi 8.2
BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City 2.3 mi 8.4
GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Grandview 2.3 mi 7.9
INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.2 mi 6.6
GLADDEN ELEM. Belton 3.5 mi 3.4
WARFORD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.4 mi 4.4
HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City 3.6 mi 4.8
Wilckens STEAM Acad @Hillcrest Belton 4.0 mi 5.1
RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 3.8 mi 5.8
CORNERSTONE WITH CARE - OZANAM SCHOOL Kansas City 3.2 mi 6.9
KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton 3.7 mi 4.7
DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S Kansas City 4.1 mi
BAMBINI CREATIVI Kansas City 3.2 mi 5.2
GRACE EARLY CHILD. ED. CTR. Belton 4.1 mi 6.3
BELTON HIGH Belton 4.1 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,207

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$1,003/mo

Population

25,673

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Butcher-greene Elem. has a median household income of $53,207. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $171,700, with a median rent of $1,003/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Butcher-greene Elem.

What grades does Butcher-greene Elem. serve?

Butcher-greene Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Butcher-greene Elem.?

Butcher-greene Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Butcher-greene Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Butcher-greene Elem. is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Butcher-greene Elem. rank in MO?

Butcher-greene Elem. is ranked #1165 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Butcher-greene Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Butcher-greene Elem. has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Butcher-greene Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Butcher-greene Elem. has 21.0% math proficiency and 24.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Butcher-greene Elem. a charter school?

No, Butcher-greene Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Butcher-greene Elem. a Title I school?

No, Butcher-greene Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butcher-greene Elem.?

78.7% of students at Butcher-greene 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

City Safety
High (4,460/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Grandview). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

GRANDVIEW C-4
District Enrollment
3,689
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,435
District Rank
#4 of 7

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.

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