Below Average
#1903 of 2,221 schools in MO
Daniel Young Elem.
Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
505 SE SHAMROCK LN, Blue Springs, MO 64014
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,903 of 2,221
In Blue Springs
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#19 of 20
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Daniel Young Elem.
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About Daniel Young Elem.
Daniel Young Elem. is a public elementary school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. Daniel Young Elem. serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel Young Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,903 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Daniel Young Elem. show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Daniel Young Elem. — Students at Daniel Young Elem. score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.5/10.
How Daniel Young Elem. Compares
See how Daniel Young Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
505 SE SHAMROCK LN, Blue Springs, MO 64014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel Young Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| MASON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.9 mi | 9.2 |
| BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUSH ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.4 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore, MO | 4.4 |
| ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon, MO | 4.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.4 |
| JAMESTOWN ELEM. Florissant, MO | 4.4 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Joplin, MO | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel Young Elem.
What grades does Daniel Young Elem. serve?
Daniel Young Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Daniel Young Elem.?
Daniel Young Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel Young Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel Young Elem. is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel Young Elem. rank in MO?
Daniel Young Elem. ranks #1,903 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Daniel Young Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel Young Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Daniel Young Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel Young Elem. has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Daniel Young Elem. a charter school?
No, Daniel Young Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel Young Elem. a Title I school?
No, Daniel Young Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel Young Elem.?
39.3% of students at Daniel Young 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.0%
- Phone
- (816) 874-3630
Resources & Links
District
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV- District Enrollment
- 14,744
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #19 of 20
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