Very Good
#439 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 20% in state
Richardson Elem.
Elementary School · LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
800 NE BLACKWELL RD, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#439 of 2,221
In Lee's Summit
#6 of 27
public schools
In district
#5 of 26
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Richardson 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 Richardson Elem.
Richardson Elem. is a public elementary school in Lee's Summit, MO, part of LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII. Richardson Elem. serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Richardson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #439 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Richardson Elem. show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Richardson Elem. — Students at Richardson Elem. score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
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: 7.8/10.
How Richardson Elem. Compares
See how Richardson 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
800 NE BLACKWELL RD, Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richardson Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHAPEL LAKES ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY ED CTR. Lee'S Summit | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| BERNARD C. CAMPBELL MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| UNDERWOOD ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| East Trails Middle School Lee'S Summit | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| MEADOW LANE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LANGSFORD HOUSE Lee'S Summit | 2.7 mi | — |
| LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| R-7 Online Academy Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | — |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH Lee'S Summit | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| MASON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CHAPEL LAKES ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 7.7 |
| COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.7 |
| FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia, MO | 7.7 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City, MO | 7.7 |
| LONE JACK ELEM. Lone Jack, MO | 7.7 |
| Lathrop Elementary School Lathrop, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richardson Elem.
What grades does Richardson Elem. serve?
Richardson Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Richardson Elem.?
Richardson Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richardson Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Richardson Elem. is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richardson Elem. rank in MO?
Richardson Elem. ranks #439 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Richardson Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Richardson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Richardson Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richardson Elem. has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Richardson Elem. a charter school?
No, Richardson Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richardson Elem. a Title I school?
No, Richardson Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richardson Elem.?
18.1% of students at Richardson 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
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (816) 986-2220
Resources & Links
District
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII- District Enrollment
- 17,797
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,841
- District Rank
- #5 of 26
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