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#1046 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 47% in state
Cambridge Elem.
Elementary School · BELTON 124
109 W CAMBRIDGE, Belton, MO 64012
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Belton
#1 of 8
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#563 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 8
BELTON 124
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very strong
About Cambridge Elem.
CAMBRIDGE ELEM is a regular public elementary school in Belton, Missouri, located in a large suburban area. Serving kindergarten through fourth grade, the school has an enrollment of 439 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.3:1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers. The MySchoolScout rating for CAMBRIDGE ELEM is 5.2 out of 10, placing it in the 48th percentile among Missouri schools based on its state ranking of #1174 out of 2234.
Academically, students at CAMBRIDGE ELEM demonstrate proficiency rates of 32% in ELA/Reading and 30% in Math. These scores suggest that while there is room for improvement, the school is focused on supporting its young learners through their formative years. CAMBRIDGE ELEM sits in a suburban setting with easy access to local amenities and parks, making it a welcoming community hub for families in Belton.
Score Breakdown
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Cambridge Elem. — Students at Cambridge Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.8/10.
How Cambridge Elem. Compares
See how Cambridge Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 32% (2019) to 37% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 37% (2019) to 32% (2022).
Location
109 W CAMBRIDGE, Belton, MO 64012
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cambridge Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAYMORE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Raymore), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELVIDERE ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Grandview), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. (rated 6.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Grandview), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belton, see our Belton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belton | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Wilckens STEAM Acad @Hillcrest Belton | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| GRACE EARLY CHILD. ED. CTR. Belton | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| MILL CREEK UPPER ELEM. Belton | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BELTON HIGH Belton | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| GLADDEN ELEM. Belton | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| BELVIDERE ELEM. Grandview | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| STONEGATE ELEM. Raymore | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Raymore | 3.8 mi | — |
| BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. Grandview | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| RAYMORE ELEM. Raymore | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MEADOWMERE ELEM. Grandview | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview | 6.1 mi | 3.2 |
| HIGH GROVE Early Childhood Grandview | 6.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,782
Median Home Value
$200,900
Median Rent
$1,232/mo
Population
28,980
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cambridge Elem. has a median household income of $71,782. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,900, with a median rent of $1,232/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS Kansas City, MO | 6.4 |
| BOLIVAR PRIMARY Bolivar, MO | 6.4 |
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 6.4 |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin, MO | 6.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 6.4 |
| CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cambridge Elem.
What grades does Cambridge Elem. serve?
Cambridge Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Cambridge Elem.?
Cambridge Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Elem. is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cambridge Elem. rank in MO?
Cambridge Elem. is ranked #1046 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Cambridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cambridge Elem. has a composite rating of 6.4 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 Cambridge Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cambridge Elem. has 30.3% math proficiency and 32.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cambridge Elem. a charter school?
No, Cambridge Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cambridge Elem. a Title I school?
No, Cambridge Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cambridge Elem.?
65.1% of students at Cambridge 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 (2,207/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Belton). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cass County
- Phone
- (816) 348-1008
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BELTON 124- District Enrollment
- 4,205
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,569
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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