Excellent
#5 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 1% in state
Franklin Smith Elem.
Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
1609 CLARK RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#5 of 2,221
In Blue Springs
#1 of 16
public schools
In district
#1 of 20
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Franklin Smith Elem.
Elementary School in Blue Springs · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Franklin Smith Elem.
Franklin Smith Elem. is a public elementary school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. Franklin Smith Elem. serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Smith Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Smith Elem. show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Smith Elem. — Students at Franklin Smith Elem. score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 9.9/10.
How Franklin Smith Elem. Compares
See how Franklin Smith 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
1609 CLARK RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Smith Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.2 mi | 9.2 |
| PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SUNNY POINTE ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MASON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVERY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 9.5 |
| LONE DELL ELEM. Arnold, MO | 9.4 |
| OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 9.3 |
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood, MO | 9.3 |
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester, MO | 9.2 |
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie, MO | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Smith Elem.
What grades does Franklin Smith Elem. serve?
Franklin Smith Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Franklin Smith Elem.?
Franklin Smith Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Smith Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Smith 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 Franklin Smith Elem. rank in MO?
Franklin Smith Elem. ranks #5 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Franklin Smith Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Smith Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Franklin Smith Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Smith Elem. has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Franklin Smith Elem. a charter school?
No, Franklin Smith Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Smith Elem. a Title I school?
No, Franklin Smith Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Smith Elem.?
46.0% of students at Franklin Smith 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (816) 874-3640
Resources & Links
District
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV- District Enrollment
- 14,744
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #1 of 20
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