Very Good
#800 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 36% in state
Randall Elem.
Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30
509 JENNINGS RD, Independence, MO 64056
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#800 of 2,221
In Independence
#6 of 35
public schools
In district
#6 of 28
INDEPENDENCE 30
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Randall Elem.
Randall Elem. is a public elementary school in Independence, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Randall Elem. serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Randall Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #800 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Randall Elem. show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Randall Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Randall Elem. — Students at Randall Elem. score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
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
→ 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: 8.5/10.
How Randall Elem. Compares
See how Randall 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
509 JENNINGS RD, Independence, MO 64056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Randall Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRING BRANCH ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLACKBURN ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNSHINE CENTER Independence | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Independence | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CLER-MONT ELEM. Independence | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE Independence | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BINGHAM MIDDLE Independence | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BRIDGER MIDDLE Independence | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| BLACKBURN ELEM. Independence | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SPRING BRANCH ELEM. Independence | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GLENDALE ELEM. Independence | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 3.0 mi | — |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WILLIAM YATES ELEM. Independence | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,696
Median Home Value
$176,400
Median Rent
$1,290/mo
Population
17,608
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE EYE ELEM. Blue Eye, MO | 7.0 |
| CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO | 7.0 |
| EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO | 7.0 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.0 |
| HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Randall Elem.
What grades does Randall Elem. serve?
Randall Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Randall Elem.?
Randall Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Randall Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Randall Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Randall Elem. rank in MO?
Randall Elem. ranks #800 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Randall Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Randall Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Randall Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Randall Elem. has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Randall Elem. a charter school?
No, Randall Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Randall Elem. a Title I school?
No, Randall Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Randall Elem.?
86.4% of students at Randall 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
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (816) 521-5445
Resources & Links
District
INDEPENDENCE 30- District Enrollment
- 14,168
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,302
- District Rank
- #6 of 28
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