Excellent
#70 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 3% in state
John Nowlin Elem.
Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
5020 NW VALLEY VIEW RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#70 of 2,221
In Blue Springs
#3 of 16
public schools
In district
#3 of 20
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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John Nowlin Elem.
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About John Nowlin Elem.
John Nowlin Elem. is a public elementary school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. John Nowlin Elem. serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John Nowlin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for John Nowlin Elem. show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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John Nowlin Elem. — Students at John Nowlin Elem. score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 9.3/10.
How John Nowlin Elem. Compares
See how John Nowlin 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
5020 NW VALLEY VIEW RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Nowlin Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| SUNNY POINTE ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.8 mi | 9.6 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| DELTA WOODS MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| VOY SPEARS JR. ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WILLIAM YATES ELEM. Independence | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SPRING BRANCH ELEM. Independence | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIDGER MIDDLE Independence | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 8.8 |
| EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| GAINESVILLE ELEM. Gainesville, MO | 8.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Troy, MO | 8.8 |
| LONEDELL ELEM. Lonedell, MO | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Nowlin Elem.
What grades does John Nowlin Elem. serve?
John Nowlin Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Nowlin Elem.?
John Nowlin Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Nowlin Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at John Nowlin Elem. is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Nowlin Elem. rank in MO?
John Nowlin Elem. ranks #70 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is John Nowlin Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
John Nowlin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 John Nowlin Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Nowlin Elem. has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Nowlin Elem. a charter school?
No, John Nowlin Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Nowlin Elem. a Title I school?
No, John Nowlin Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Nowlin Elem.?
37.9% of students at John Nowlin 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
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (816) 874-3670
Resources & Links
District
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV- District Enrollment
- 14,744
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #3 of 20
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