Very Good
#384 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 17% in state
Procter Elem.
Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30
1403 W LINDEN AVE, Independence, MO 64052
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#384 of 2,221
In Independence
#2 of 35
public schools
In district
#1 of 28
INDEPENDENCE 30
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Procter Elem.
Elementary School in Independence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Procter Elem.
Procter Elem. is a public elementary school in Independence, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Procter Elem. serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Procter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #384 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Procter Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Procter Elem. — Students at Procter Elem. score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 9.4/10.
How Procter Elem. Compares
See how Procter 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
1403 W LINDEN AVE, Independence, MO 64052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Procter Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUGAR CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Sugar Creek), with a very similar rating. Another option is PITCHER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SUGAR CREEK ELEM. Sugar Creek | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| TRUMAN HIGH Independence | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| FAIRMOUNT ELEM. Independence | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 2.1 mi | — |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE, INC. Independence | 2.5 mi | — |
| PITCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,981
Median Home Value
$131,100
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
22,945
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 7.8 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte, MO | 7.8 |
| NORTHEAST ELEM. Cairo, MO | 7.8 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY EARLY CHD PK-02 Mokane, MO | 7.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maryville, MO | 7.7 |
| FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Procter Elem.
What grades does Procter Elem. serve?
Procter Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Procter Elem.?
Procter Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Procter Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Procter Elem. is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Procter Elem. rank in MO?
Procter Elem. ranks #384 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Procter Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Procter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Procter Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Procter Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Procter Elem. a charter school?
No, Procter Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Procter Elem. a Title I school?
No, Procter Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Procter Elem.?
85.0% of students at Procter 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (816) 521-5440
Resources & Links
District
INDEPENDENCE 30- District Enrollment
- 14,168
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,302
- District Rank
- #1 of 28
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