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#471 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 21% in state

Lucy Franklin Elem.

Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

111 NE ROANOKE DR, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#471 of 2,221

In Blue Springs

#7 of 16

public schools

In district

#9 of 20

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Lucy Franklin Elem.

7.6/10

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

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About Lucy Franklin Elem.

Lucy Franklin Elem. is a public elementary school in Blue Springs, MO, part of BLUE SPRINGS R-IV. Lucy Franklin Elem. serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucy Franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Lucy Franklin Elem. show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.7 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,950
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

Lucy Franklin Elem. — Students at Lucy Franklin Elem. score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 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
70%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2024
Math
62.1%
ELA
65.9%
2025
Math
64.5%
ELA
64%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Lucy Franklin Elem. Compares

See how Lucy Franklin Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in MO
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

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

111 NE ROANOKE DR, Blue Springs, MO 64014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lucy Franklin Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs 0.4 mi 7.9
JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs 0.7 mi 9.2
ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs 1.7 mi 6.3
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 2.0 mi 8.1
BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs 1.9 mi 6.8
THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs 2.3 mi 4.8
WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs 2.9 mi 5.6
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs 2.9 mi 7.0
PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley 2.5 mi 7.9
RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs 2.6 mi 5.8
PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs 3.2 mi 6.3
FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs 3.2 mi 9.6
GRAIN VALLEY EARLY CHILDHD CTR Grain Valley 2.7 mi 4.5
PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blue Springs 2.8 mi 4.3
GRAIN VALLEY NORTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 2.8 mi 8.4
SUNNY POINTE ELEM. Blue Springs 2.8 mi 7.8
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 3.7 mi 4.4
SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley 3.7 mi 7.8
JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 3.5 mi 8.8
MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs 4.3 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,187

Median Home Value

$233,200

Median Rent

$1,301/mo

Population

28,434

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

37.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO 7.6
BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO 7.6
BOWLING GREEN ELEM. Bowling Green, MO 7.6
CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER Carthage, MO 7.6
CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 7.6
DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lucy Franklin Elem.

What grades does Lucy Franklin Elem. serve?

Lucy Franklin Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lucy Franklin Elem.?

Lucy Franklin Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucy Franklin Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Lucy Franklin Elem. is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lucy Franklin Elem. rank in MO?

Lucy Franklin Elem. ranks #471 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Lucy Franklin Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Lucy Franklin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Lucy Franklin Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucy Franklin Elem. has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lucy Franklin Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Lucy Franklin Elem. a Title I school?

No, Lucy Franklin Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucy Franklin Elem.?

23.0% of students at Lucy Franklin 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

District

BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
District Enrollment
14,744
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,950
District Rank
#9 of 20

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