Needs Improvement
#2063 of 2,221 schools in MO
Mason Elem.
Elementary School · LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
27600 COLBERN RD, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,063 of 2,221
In Lee's Summit
#25 of 27
public schools
In district
#24 of 26
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Mason Elem.
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About Mason Elem.
Mason Elem. is a public elementary school in Lee's Summit, MO, part of LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII. Mason Elem. serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mason Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,063 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mason Elem. show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mason Elem. — Students at Mason Elem. score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.3/10.
How Mason Elem. Compares
See how Mason Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
27600 COLBERN RD, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mason Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Blue Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Blue Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SNI-A-BAR ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Grain Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY ED CTR. Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| RICHARDSON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 9.6 |
| STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley | 4.0 mi | 4.1 |
| GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs | 5.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
| SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,098
Median Home Value
$288,400
Median Rent
$1,417/mo
Population
23,483
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
75.6%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academie Lafayette Oak Elem Kansas City, MO | 3.8 |
| CUBA ELEM. Cuba, MO | 3.8 |
| DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 3.8 |
| HARRISONVILLE ELEM. Harrisonville, MO | 3.8 |
| HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 3.8 |
| LARIMORE ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mason Elem.
What grades does Mason Elem. serve?
Mason Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mason Elem.?
Mason Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mason Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mason Elem. is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mason Elem. rank in MO?
Mason Elem. ranks #2,063 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mason Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mason Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Mason Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mason Elem. has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mason Elem. a charter school?
No, Mason Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mason Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mason Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mason Elem.?
12.1% of students at Mason 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
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 986-2330
Resources & Links
District
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII- District Enrollment
- 17,797
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,841
- District Rank
- #24 of 26
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