Excellent
#263 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 12% in state
James Walker Elem.
Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
201 SE SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL RD, Blue Springs, MO 64014
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#263 of 2,221
In Blue Springs
#4 of 16
public schools
In district
#4 of 20
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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James Walker Elem.
Elementary School in Blue Springs · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James Walker Elem.
James Walker Elem. is a public elementary school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. James Walker Elem. serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. James Walker Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for James Walker Elem. show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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James Walker Elem. — Students at James Walker Elem. score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
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: 8.2/10.
How James Walker Elem. Compares
See how James Walker 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
201 SE SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL RD, Blue Springs, MO 64014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Walker Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Grain Valley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 9.6 |
| BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHAPEL HILL ELEMENTARY Gladstone, MO | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Platte City, MO | 8.1 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
| FOX HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
| GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Walker Elem.
What grades does James Walker Elem. serve?
James Walker Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend James Walker Elem.?
James Walker Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Walker Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at James Walker Elem. is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Walker Elem. rank in MO?
James Walker Elem. ranks #263 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is James Walker Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
James Walker Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 James Walker Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Walker Elem. has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James Walker Elem. a charter school?
No, James Walker Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Walker Elem. a Title I school?
No, James Walker Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Walker Elem.?
49.7% of students at James Walker 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
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (816) 874-3660
Resources & Links
District
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV- District Enrollment
- 14,744
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #4 of 20
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