Very Good
#491 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 22% in state
Sugar Creek Elem.
Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30
11424 GILL ST, Sugar Creek, MO 64054
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#491 of 2,221
In Sugar Creek
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 28
INDEPENDENCE 30
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Sugar Creek Elem.
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About Sugar Creek Elem.
Sugar Creek Elem. is a public elementary school in Sugar Creek, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Sugar Creek Elem. serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sugar Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #491 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Sugar Creek Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Sugar Creek Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Sugar Creek Elem. — Students at Sugar Creek Elem. score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 8 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Sugar Creek Elem. Compares
See how Sugar Creek 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
11424 GILL ST, Sugar Creek, MO 64054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sugar Creek Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROCTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Independence), with a very similar rating. Another option is MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Independence), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sugar Creek, see our Sugar Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| FAIRMOUNT ELEM. Independence | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| PROCTER ELEM. Independence | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence | 3.4 mi | 3.5 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 3.7 mi | — |
| TRUMAN HIGH Independence | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,639
Median Home Value
$98,500
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
3,109
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
65.6%
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALEDONIA ELEM. Caledonia, MO | 7.6 |
| NODAWAY-HOLT ELEM. Maitland, MO | 7.6 |
| OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark, MO | 7.6 |
| THE BIOME St. Louis, MO | 7.6 |
| KOSHKONONG ELEM. Koshkonong, MO | 7.5 |
| ROBBERSON ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sugar Creek Elem.
What grades does Sugar Creek Elem. serve?
Sugar Creek Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Sugar Creek Elem.?
Sugar Creek Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sugar Creek Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sugar Creek Elem. is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sugar Creek Elem. rank in MO?
Sugar Creek Elem. ranks #491 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sugar Creek Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sugar Creek Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Sugar Creek Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sugar Creek Elem. has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
Is Sugar Creek Elem. a charter school?
No, Sugar Creek Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sugar Creek Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sugar Creek Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sugar Creek Elem.?
84.8% of students at Sugar Creek 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 138
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (816) 521-5460
Resources & Links
District
INDEPENDENCE 30- District Enrollment
- 14,168
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,302
- District Rank
- #3 of 28
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