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#1103 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 50% in state
Liggett Trail Education Center
School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
3575 SW LIGGETT RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,103 of 2,221
In Blue Springs
#11 of 16
public schools
In district
#14 of 20
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Liggett Trail Education Center
Liggett Trail Education Center is a public school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. Liggett Trail Education Center serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Liggett Trail Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Liggett Trail Education Center show 75% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, Liggett Trail Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Liggett Trail Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Liggett Trail Education Center — Students at Liggett Trail Education Center score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
How Liggett Trail Education Center Compares
See how Liggett Trail Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3575 SW LIGGETT RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liggett Trail Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS (rated 5.8/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MASON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.6 mi | 8.8 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY ED CTR. Lee'S Summit | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| DELTA WOODS MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SUNNY POINTE ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| RICHARDSON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 6.4 |
| DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 6.3 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs, MO | 6.3 |
| EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau, MO | 6.6 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence, MO | 6.8 |
| CLINTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clinton, MO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liggett Trail Education Center
What grades does Liggett Trail Education Center serve?
Liggett Trail Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Liggett Trail Education Center?
Liggett Trail Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liggett Trail Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Liggett Trail Education Center is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liggett Trail Education Center rank in MO?
Liggett Trail Education Center ranks #1,103 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Liggett Trail Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Liggett Trail Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Liggett Trail Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liggett Trail Education Center has 75% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Liggett Trail Education Center a charter school?
No, Liggett Trail Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liggett Trail Education Center a Title I school?
No, Liggett Trail Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liggett Trail Education Center?
18.4% of students at Liggett Trail Education Center 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 152
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 874-3680
Resources & Links
District
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV- District Enrollment
- 14,744
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #14 of 20
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