Below Average
#1852 of 2,221 schools in MO
Matthews Elem.
Elementary School · GRAIN VALLEY R-V
PO BOX 304, Grain Valley, MO 64029
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,852 of 2,221
In Grain Valley
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
GRAIN VALLEY R-V
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Matthews Elem.
Elementary School in Grain Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Matthews Elem.
Matthews Elem. is a public elementary school in Grain Valley, MO, part of GRAIN VALLEY R-V. Matthews Elem. serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Matthews Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,852 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Matthews Elem. show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Matthews Elem. — Students at Matthews Elem. score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.3/10.
How Matthews Elem. Compares
See how Matthews 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
PO BOX 304, Grain Valley, MO 64029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Matthews Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES LEWIS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Blue Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Blue Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grain Valley, see our Grain Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GRAIN VALLEY NORTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| GRAIN VALLEY EARLY CHILDHD CTR Grain Valley | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE Oak Grove | 3.9 mi | 3.9 |
| LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Oak Grove | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| OAK GROVE PRIMARY Oak Grove | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 7.9 |
| OAK GROVE HIGH Oak Grove | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.6 mi | 9.2 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,074
Median Home Value
$284,700
Median Rent
$1,369/mo
Population
21,643
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARTLEY ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.6 |
| BLEVINS ELEM. Eureka, MO | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Miller, MO | 4.6 |
| FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 4.6 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Rolla, MO | 4.6 |
| INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Matthews Elem.
What grades does Matthews Elem. serve?
Matthews Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Matthews Elem.?
Matthews Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Matthews Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Matthews Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Matthews Elem. rank in MO?
Matthews Elem. ranks #1,852 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Matthews Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Matthews Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Matthews Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Matthews Elem. has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Matthews Elem. a charter school?
No, Matthews Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Matthews Elem. a Title I school?
No, Matthews Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Matthews Elem.?
39.2% of students at Matthews 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
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (816) 229-4870
Resources & Links
District
GRAIN VALLEY R-V- District Enrollment
- 4,448
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,206
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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