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#942 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 42% in state

Cordill-mason Elem.

Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

4001 SW CHRISTIANSEN RD, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Enrollment

698

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#942 of 2,221

In Blue Springs

#10 of 16

public schools

In district

#13 of 20

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Cordill-mason Elem.

6.7/10

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About Cordill-mason Elem.

Cordill-mason Elem. is a public elementary school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. Cordill-mason Elem. serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cordill-mason Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #942 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Cordill-mason Elem. show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Cordill-mason Elem. — Students at Cordill-mason Elem. score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
76%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
60.4%
ELA
57.3%
2025
Math
60.6%
ELA
54%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Cordill-mason Elem. Compares

See how Cordill-mason Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in MO
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

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

4001 SW CHRISTIANSEN RD, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cordill-mason Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs 0.5 mi 5.1
TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs 0.9 mi 6.6
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 1.0 mi 4.4
LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs 1.3 mi 6.4
PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs 1.7 mi 6.3
FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs 1.8 mi 9.6
WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs 1.8 mi 5.6
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs 1.9 mi 7.0
MASON ELEM. Lee'S Summit 2.5 mi 3.8
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 2.6 mi 8.1
THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs 2.9 mi 4.8
ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs 3.1 mi 6.3
BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs 3.4 mi 6.8
STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley 3.0 mi 4.1
RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs 3.7 mi 5.8
GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 3.2 mi 7.9
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 4.6 mi 7.6
GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY ED CTR. Lee'S Summit 4.2 mi 5.6
SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley 3.9 mi 7.8
JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs 4.7 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,187

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,301/mo

Population

28,434

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

37.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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MARVIN ELEM. St. Louis, MO 6.7
PRAIRIE DELL ELEMENTARY Union, MO 6.7
WILLIAM SOUTHERN ELEM. Independence, MO 6.7
WOODLAND ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cordill-mason Elem.

What grades does Cordill-mason Elem. serve?

Cordill-mason Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cordill-mason Elem.?

Cordill-mason Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cordill-mason Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Cordill-mason Elem. is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cordill-mason Elem. rank in MO?

Cordill-mason Elem. ranks #942 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Cordill-mason Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Cordill-mason Elem. 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 Cordill-mason Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cordill-mason Elem. has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cordill-mason Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Cordill-mason Elem. a Title I school?

No, Cordill-mason Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cordill-mason Elem.?

25.6% of students at Cordill-mason 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

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

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