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#1079 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 49% in state

Little Blue Elementary

Elementary School · RAYTOWN C-2

13900 E 61ST STREET, Kansas City, MO 64133

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,079 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#56 of 147

public schools

In district

#4 of 17

RAYTOWN C-2

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Little Blue Elementary

Little Blue Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of RAYTOWN C-2. Little Blue Elementary serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Blue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,079 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Little Blue Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,743
Chronic Absenteeism24.3%

Little Blue Elementary — Students at Little Blue Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 36.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
30.4%
ELA
31.9%
2025
Math
31.8%
ELA
33.7%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Little Blue Elementary Compares

See how Little Blue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in MO
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

Location

13900 E 61ST STREET, Kansas City, MO 64133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Blue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBINSON ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Raytown), which scores notably higher. Another option is VOY SPEARS JR. ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lee'S Summit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLEETRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NORFLEET ELEM. Kansas City 0.7 mi 5.0
FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 0.8 mi 7.0
ROBINSON ELEM. Raytown 1.5 mi 8.4
WILLIAM SOUTHERN ELEM. Independence 2.3 mi 6.7
RAYTOWN CENTRAL MIDDLE Raytown 2.0 mi 3.4
RAYTOWN SR. HIGH Raytown 2.2 mi 3.3
JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence 3.0 mi 6.4
SYCAMORE HILLS ELEM. Independence 3.0 mi 6.9
LAKEVIEW WOODS SCHOOL Lee'S Summit 3.0 mi
VOY SPEARS JR. ELEM. Lee'S Summit 2.6 mi 7.9
THE SCHOOLHOUSE, INC. Independence 3.3 mi
RAYTOWN SOUTH SR. HIGH Raytown 3.1 mi 5.0
TRUMAN HIGH Independence 3.4 mi 5.0
RAYTOWN MIDDLE Kansas City 2.9 mi 5.7
HILLTOP SCHOOL Lee'S Summit 3.2 mi
SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown 3.4 mi 3.8
THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence 3.8 mi 3.7
BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown 3.1 mi 3.9
LAUREL HILLS ELEM. Raytown 3.2 mi 3.6
NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown 3.2 mi 4.9

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
BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence, MO 6.5
DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem, MO 6.5
FORDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO 6.5
FORSYTH ELEM. Forsyth, MO 6.5
NELL HOLCOMB ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 6.5
ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres, MO 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Blue Elementary

What grades does Little Blue Elementary serve?

Little Blue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Little Blue Elementary?

Little Blue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Blue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Blue Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Blue Elementary rank in MO?

Little Blue Elementary ranks #1,079 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Little Blue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Blue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Little Blue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Blue Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Little Blue Elementary a charter school?

No, Little Blue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Little Blue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Little Blue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Blue Elementary?

63.1% of students at Little Blue Elementary 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
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.3%

District

RAYTOWN C-2
District Enrollment
7,953
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,743
District Rank
#4 of 17

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