Below Average
#1988 of 2,221 schools in MO
Santa Fe Trail Elem.
Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30
1301 S WINDSOR ST, Independence, MO 64055
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,988 of 2,221
In Independence
#28 of 35
public schools
In district
#22 of 28
INDEPENDENCE 30
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Santa Fe Trail Elem.
Elementary School in Independence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Procter Elem.
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About Santa Fe Trail Elem.
Santa Fe Trail Elem. is a public elementary school in Independence, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Santa Fe Trail Elem. serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Fe Trail Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,988 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Fe Trail Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Santa Fe Trail Elem. — Students at Santa Fe Trail Elem. score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 3.6/10.
How Santa Fe Trail Elem. Compares
See how Santa Fe Trail 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
1301 S WINDSOR ST, Independence, MO 64055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Fe Trail Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROCTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUGAR CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Sugar Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SYCAMORE HILLS ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROCTER ELEM. Independence | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| TRUMAN HIGH Independence | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 1.6 mi | — |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE, INC. Independence | 1.9 mi | — |
| OTT ELEM. Independence | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| GLENDALE ELEM. Independence | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SUGAR CREEK ELEM. Sugar Creek | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SYCAMORE HILLS ELEM. Independence | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| WILLIAM SOUTHERN ELEM. Independence | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,646
Median Home Value
$173,400
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
36,092
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLE ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 4.1 |
| GRADEN ELEM. Parkville, MO | 4.1 |
| GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence, MO | 4.1 |
| PLEASANT HILL ELEM. Pleasant Hill, MO | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Fe Trail Elem.
What grades does Santa Fe Trail Elem. serve?
Santa Fe Trail Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Fe Trail Elem.?
Santa Fe Trail Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Trail Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Trail Elem. is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Fe Trail Elem. rank in MO?
Santa Fe Trail Elem. ranks #1,988 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Santa Fe Trail Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Fe Trail Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Santa Fe Trail Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Fe Trail Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Santa Fe Trail Elem. a charter school?
No, Santa Fe Trail Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Fe Trail Elem. a Title I school?
No, Santa Fe Trail Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Fe Trail Elem.?
72.2% of students at Santa Fe Trail 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
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.4%
- Phone
- (816) 521-5450
Resources & Links
District
INDEPENDENCE 30- District Enrollment
- 14,168
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,302
- District Rank
- #22 of 28
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