Needs Improvement
#2207 of 2,221 schools in MO
Meadow Lane Elem.
Elementary School · LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
1421 N INDEPENDENCE AVE, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,207 of 2,221
In Lee's Summit
#27 of 27
public schools
In district
#26 of 26
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
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Meadow Lane Elem.
Elementary School in Lee's Summit · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Meadow Lane Elem.
Meadow Lane Elem. is a public elementary school in Lee's Summit, MO, part of LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII. Meadow Lane Elem. serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Lane Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,207 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Meadow Lane Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Meadow Lane Elem. — Students at Meadow Lane Elem. score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
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
↓ 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: 1.6/10.
How Meadow Lane Elem. Compares
See how Meadow Lane 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
1421 N INDEPENDENCE AVE, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadow Lane Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RICHARDSON ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNDERWOOD ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| R-7 Online Academy Lee'S Summit | 0.8 mi | — |
| BERNARD C. CAMPBELL MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH Lee'S Summit | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| LANGSFORD HOUSE Lee'S Summit | 1.6 mi | — |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH Lee'S Summit | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LEES SUMMIT ACADEMY Lee'S Summit | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| HILLTOP SCHOOL Lee'S Summit | 2.7 mi | — |
| CHAPEL LAKES ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| LAKEVIEW WOODS SCHOOL Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | — |
| RICHARDSON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PLEASANT LEA MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| PLEASANT LEA ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRESENTATION SCHOOL Lee'S Summit | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HAZEL GROVE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| East Trails Middle School Lee'S Summit | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY ED CTR. Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 3.0 |
| KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 2.8 |
| SUNRISE ELEM. Richmond, MO | 3.0 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. Lewistown, MO | 3.1 |
| OWENSVILLE ELEM. Owensville, MO | 3.1 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadow Lane Elem.
What grades does Meadow Lane Elem. serve?
Meadow Lane Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meadow Lane Elem.?
Meadow Lane Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Lane Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Lane Elem. is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadow Lane Elem. rank in MO?
Meadow Lane Elem. ranks #2,207 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Meadow Lane Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Meadow Lane Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Meadow Lane Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Lane Elem. has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Meadow Lane Elem. a charter school?
No, Meadow Lane Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadow Lane Elem. a Title I school?
No, Meadow Lane Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Lane Elem.?
57.8% of students at Meadow Lane 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
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (816) 986-3250
Resources & Links
District
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII- District Enrollment
- 17,797
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,841
- District Rank
- #26 of 26
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