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#1466 of 2,221 schools in MO
Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.
School · LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
905 NE BLUESTEM DR, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 26 schools in Lee's Summit. Learn more
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,466 of 2,221
In Lee's Summit
#18 of 27
public schools
In district
#17 of 26
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.
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About Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.
Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. is a public school in Lee's Summit, MO, part of LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII. Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,466 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. Compares
See how Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
905 NE BLUESTEM DR, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RICHARDSON ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICHARDSON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| BERNARD C. CAMPBELL MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| UNDERWOOD ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| East Trails Middle School Lee'S Summit | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| MASON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 3.8 |
| MEADOW LANE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LANGSFORD HOUSE Lee'S Summit | 3.2 mi | — |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH Lee'S Summit | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| R-7 Online Academy Lee'S Summit | 3.4 mi | — |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 4.3 mi | 5.1 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH Lee'S Summit | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CHAPEL LAKES ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,098
Median Home Value
$288,400
Median Rent
$1,417/mo
Population
23,483
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
38
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.
What grades does Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. serve?
Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.?
Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. rank in MO?
Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. ranks #1,466 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. a charter school?
No, Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. a Title I school?
No, Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr.?
23.2% of students at Great Beginnings Early Ed Ctr. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 986-2460
Resources & Links
District
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII- District Enrollment
- 17,797
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,841
- District Rank
- #17 of 26
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