Needs Improvement
#2118 of 2,221 schools in MO
Laurel Hills Elem.
Elementary School · RAYTOWN C-2
5401 LANE, Raytown, MO 64133
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,118 of 2,221
In Raytown
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
RAYTOWN C-2
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Laurel Hills Elem.
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About Laurel Hills Elem.
Laurel Hills Elem. is a public elementary school in Raytown, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. Laurel Hills Elem. serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurel Hills Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,118 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Laurel Hills Elem. show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Laurel Hills Elem. — Students at Laurel Hills Elem. score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 1.8/10.
How Laurel Hills Elem. Compares
See how Laurel Hills Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5401 LANE, Raytown, MO 64133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurel Hills Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PITCHER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLEETRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raytown, see our Raytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAYTOWN MIDDLE Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PITCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| NORFLEET ELEM. Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| SPRING VALLEY ELEM. Raytown | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,816
Median Home Value
$165,700
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
35,470
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARROLLTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carrollton, MO | 3.6 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin, MO | 3.6 |
| HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 3.6 |
| HERZOG ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.6 |
| KOCH ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.6 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence, MO | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurel Hills Elem.
What grades does Laurel Hills Elem. serve?
Laurel Hills Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Laurel Hills Elem.?
Laurel Hills Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Hills Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Hills Elem. is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laurel Hills Elem. rank in MO?
Laurel Hills Elem. ranks #2,118 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Laurel Hills Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Laurel Hills Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Laurel Hills Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laurel Hills Elem. has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Laurel Hills Elem. a charter school?
No, Laurel Hills Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laurel Hills Elem. a Title I school?
No, Laurel Hills Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laurel Hills Elem.?
72.3% of students at Laurel Hills 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
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.7%
- Phone
- (816) 268-7230
Resources & Links
District
RAYTOWN C-2- District Enrollment
- 7,953
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,743
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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