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Raymore Elem.

Elementary School · RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II

500 S MADISON, Raymore, MO 64083

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,588 of 2,221

In Raymore

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II

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Raymore Elem.

5.3/10

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About Raymore Elem.

Raymore Elem. is a public elementary school in Raymore, MO, part of RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II. Raymore Elem. serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymore Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,588 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Raymore Elem. show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,631
Chronic Absenteeism12.7%

Raymore Elem. — Students at Raymore Elem. score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
53.6%
ELA
41.5%
2025
Math
48%
ELA
42.9%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Raymore Elem. Compares

See how Raymore Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in MO
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

500 S MADISON, Raymore, MO 64083

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Raymore Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Belton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilckens STEAM Acad @Hillcrest (rated 6.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Belton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMIT POINTE ELEM. (rated 6.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raymore, see our Raymore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Raymore 1.1 mi
TIMBER CREEK ELEM. Raymore 1.2 mi 5.7
EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore 1.3 mi 4.3
STONEGATE ELEM. Raymore 1.4 mi 4.4
BRIDLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Raymore 2.2 mi 5.5
CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore 2.3 mi 4.7
KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton 2.7 mi 8.6
RAYMORE-PECULIAR SOUTH MIDDLE Peculiar 3.5 mi 7.2
RAYMORE-PECULIAR SR. HIGH Peculiar 3.8 mi 7.4
SHULL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Peculiar 4.1 mi 4.6
SUMMIT POINTE ELEM. Kansas City 4.1 mi 6.1
RAYMORE-PECULIAR EAST MIDDLE Raymore 3.7 mi 5.4
HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belton 4.1 mi 8.1
BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton 4.2 mi 6.0
CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton 4.2 mi 5.6
PECULIAR ELEM. Peculiar 5.6 mi 5.7
BELVIDERE ELEM. Grandview 4.9 mi 5.5
HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. Lee'S Summit 5.4 mi 3.8
Wilckens STEAM Acad @Hillcrest Belton 4.6 mi 6.7
GLADDEN ELEM. Belton 4.8 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,575

Median Home Value

$316,100

Median Rent

$1,262/mo

Population

25,541

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOWLES ELEM. Fenton, MO 5.3
CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee, MO 5.3
DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO 5.3
EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City, MO 5.3
GRATZ BROWN ELEM. Moberly, MO 5.3
JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City, MO 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Raymore Elem.

What grades does Raymore Elem. serve?

Raymore Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Raymore Elem.?

Raymore Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymore Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Raymore Elem. is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Raymore Elem. rank in MO?

Raymore Elem. ranks #1,588 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Raymore Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Raymore Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Raymore Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymore Elem. has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Raymore Elem. a charter school?

No, Raymore Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Raymore Elem. a Title I school?

No, Raymore Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raymore Elem.?

33.2% of students at Raymore 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cass County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

District

RAYMORE-PECULIAR R-II
District Enrollment
6,314
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,631
District Rank
#7 of 11

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