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#1583 of 2,221 schools in MO

Lillian Schumacher Elem.

Elementary School · LIBERTY 53

425 CLAYWOODS PKWY, Liberty, MO 64068

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,583 of 2,221

In Liberty

#11 of 14

public schools

In district

#13 of 17

LIBERTY 53

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.3/10

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About Lillian Schumacher Elem.

Lillian Schumacher Elem. is a public elementary school in Liberty, MO, part of LIBERTY 53. Lillian Schumacher Elem. serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillian Schumacher Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,583 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Lillian Schumacher Elem. show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Lillian Schumacher Elem. — Students at Lillian Schumacher Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
39.6%
ELA
49.1%
2025
Math
39.9%
ELA
44.2%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Lillian Schumacher Elem. Compares

See how Lillian Schumacher Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in MO
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

425 CLAYWOODS PKWY, Liberty, MO 64068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lillian Schumacher Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty 1.0 mi 7.7
MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty 1.3 mi 5.8
HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.4 mi 7.3
RIDGEVIEW ELEM. Liberty 1.5 mi 4.9
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 2.2 mi 5.4
LIBERTY HIGH Liberty 2.3 mi 7.3
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty 2.7 mi 5.8
WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty 2.9 mi 7.7
EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty 2.6 mi 3.5
ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty 2.8 mi 5.5
LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty 3.4 mi 4.9
EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City 3.2 mi
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 3.3 mi 8.4
SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty 3.3 mi 7.3
SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 3.5 mi 7.1
LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. Kansas City 3.8 mi 5.2
GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City 5.7 mi 5.2
KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City 5.7 mi 6.2
RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 5.8 mi 7.9
MAPLE PARK MIDDLE Kansas City 6.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,425

Median Home Value

$268,200

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

37,466

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee, MO 5.3
DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO 5.3
EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City, MO 5.3
GRATZ BROWN ELEM. Moberly, MO 5.3
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO 5.3
RALLS COUNTY ELEMENTARY Center, MO 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lillian Schumacher Elem.

What grades does Lillian Schumacher Elem. serve?

Lillian Schumacher Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lillian Schumacher Elem.?

Lillian Schumacher Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillian Schumacher Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Lillian Schumacher Elem. is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lillian Schumacher Elem. rank in MO?

Lillian Schumacher Elem. ranks #1,583 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Lillian Schumacher Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Lillian Schumacher Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Lillian Schumacher Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillian Schumacher Elem. has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lillian Schumacher Elem. a charter school?

No, Lillian Schumacher Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lillian Schumacher Elem. a Title I school?

No, Lillian Schumacher Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lillian Schumacher Elem.?

35.0% of students at Lillian Schumacher 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

LIBERTY 53
District Enrollment
12,154
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#13 of 17

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