Below Average
#2019 of 2,221 schools in MO
Pleasant Lea Elem.
Elementary School · LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
700 W PERSEL, Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,019 of 2,221
In Lee's Summit
#24 of 27
public schools
In district
#23 of 26
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Pleasant Lea 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 Pleasant Lea Elem.
Pleasant Lea Elem. is a public elementary school in Lee's Summit, MO, part of LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII. Pleasant Lea Elem. serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Lea Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,019 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Pleasant Lea Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Pleasant Lea Elem. — Students at Pleasant Lea Elem. score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.2%
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: 1.8/10.
How Pleasant Lea Elem. Compares
See how Pleasant Lea 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
700 W PERSEL, Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Lea Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLEASANT LEA MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRESENTATION SCHOOL Lee'S Summit | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH Lee'S Summit | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| LEES SUMMIT ACADEMY Lee'S Summit | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LANGSFORD HOUSE Lee'S Summit | 1.6 mi | — |
| LEE'S SUMMIT WEST HIGH Lee'S Summit | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH Lee'S Summit | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| R-7 Online Academy Lee'S Summit | 2.3 mi | — |
| HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| East Trails Middle School Lee'S Summit | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SUMMIT LAKES MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| CEDAR CREEK ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| TRAILRIDGE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| MEADOW LANE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 2.9 |
| SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HAZEL GROVE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| UNDERWOOD ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,490
Median Home Value
$333,400
Median Rent
$1,449/mo
Population
25,293
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARROWPOINT ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.0 |
| Alton Elementary Alton, MO | 4.0 |
| BUTLER ELEM. Butler, MO | 4.0 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.0 |
| HARTVILLE ELEM. Hartville, MO | 4.0 |
| THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Lea Elem.
What grades does Pleasant Lea Elem. serve?
Pleasant Lea Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pleasant Lea Elem.?
Pleasant Lea Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Lea Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Lea Elem. is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pleasant Lea Elem. rank in MO?
Pleasant Lea Elem. ranks #2,019 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Pleasant Lea Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Lea Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Pleasant Lea Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pleasant Lea Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pleasant Lea Elem. a charter school?
No, Pleasant Lea Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pleasant Lea Elem. a Title I school?
No, Pleasant Lea Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pleasant Lea Elem.?
31.2% of students at Pleasant Lea 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
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (816) 986-1230
Resources & Links
District
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII- District Enrollment
- 17,797
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,841
- District Rank
- #23 of 26
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