Excellent
#60 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 3% in state
Sni-a-bar Elem.
Elementary School · GRAIN VALLEY R-V
PO BOX 304, Grain Valley, MO 64029
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Grain Valley
#1 of 8
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#45 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 8
GRAIN VALLEY R-V
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Sni-a-bar Elem.
Sni-a-bar Elem. is a public elementary school in Grain Valley, MO, part of the GRAIN VALLEY R-V. The school serves approximately 446 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.3th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 46% proficiency in math and 48% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $89,074, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Sni-a-bar Elem. — Students at Sni-a-bar Elem. score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Sni-a-bar Elem. Compares
See how Sni-a-bar Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 40% (2019) to 53% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 55% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 304, Grain Valley, MO 64029
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sni-a-bar Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Blue Springs), with a very similar rating. Another option is MATTHEWS ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grain Valley, see our Grain Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MATTHEWS ELEM. Grain Valley | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| GRAIN VALLEY EARLY CHILDHD CTR Grain Valley | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| GRAIN VALLEY NORTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs | 4.1 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,074
Median Home Value
$284,700
Median Rent
$1,369/mo
Population
21,643
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
37.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sni-a-bar Elem. has a median household income of $89,074. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $284,700, with a median rent of $1,369/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clearview Elementary Union, MO | 8.8 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 8.8 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton, MO | 8.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View, MO | 8.8 |
| PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville, MO | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sni-a-bar Elem.
What grades does Sni-a-bar Elem. serve?
Sni-a-bar Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sni-a-bar Elem.?
Sni-a-bar Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sni-a-bar Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sni-a-bar Elem. is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sni-a-bar Elem. rank in MO?
Sni-a-bar Elem. is ranked #60 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Sni-a-bar Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sni-a-bar Elem. has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sni-a-bar Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sni-a-bar Elem. has 46.3% math proficiency and 48.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sni-a-bar Elem. a charter school?
No, Sni-a-bar Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sni-a-bar Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sni-a-bar Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sni-a-bar Elem.?
33.0% of students at Sni-a-bar 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 847-5020
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GRAIN VALLEY R-V- District Enrollment
- 4,448
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,206
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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