Below Average
#1744 of 2,221 schools in MO
Ridgeview Elem.
Elementary School · LIBERTY 53
701 THORNTON, Liberty, MO 64068
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,744 of 2,221
In Liberty
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
LIBERTY 53
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Ridgeview Elem.
Elementary School in Liberty · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ridgeview Elem.
Ridgeview Elem. is a public elementary school in Liberty, MO, part of LIBERTY 53. Ridgeview Elem. serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeview Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,744 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgeview Elem. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ridgeview Elem. — Students at Ridgeview Elem. score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 3.5/10.
How Ridgeview Elem. Compares
See how Ridgeview 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
701 THORNTON, Liberty, MO 64068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgeview Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LIBERTY HIGH Liberty | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City | 1.7 mi | — |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 4.6 mi | 5.2 |
| KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MAPLE PARK MIDDLE Kansas City | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,425
Median Home Value
$268,200
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
37,466
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLEARWATER ELEMENTARY Piedmont, MO | 4.9 |
| COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 4.9 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker, MO | 4.9 |
| EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville, MO | 4.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico, MO | 4.9 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgeview Elem.
What grades does Ridgeview Elem. serve?
Ridgeview Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ridgeview Elem.?
Ridgeview Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Elem. is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgeview Elem. rank in MO?
Ridgeview Elem. ranks #1,744 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ridgeview Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgeview Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Ridgeview Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeview Elem. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ridgeview Elem. a charter school?
No, Ridgeview Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgeview Elem. a Title I school?
No, Ridgeview Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgeview Elem.?
44.4% of students at Ridgeview 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
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (816) 736-5450
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY 53- District Enrollment
- 12,154
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,179
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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