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#1587 of 2,216 schools in MO
Sunny Pointe Elem.
Elementary School · BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
3920 SOUTH R D MIZE RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Blue Springs
#10 of 16
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#819 of 1,202
In district
#14 of 20
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Sunny Pointe Elem.
Sunny Pointe Elementary serves 518 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Blue Springs, Missouri, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state. With a ranking of 261st out of 2,234 Missouri elementary schools, placing it in the 88th percentile, the school demonstrates strong academic performance that earns it a 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.6 to 1 with 38 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom.
Academic achievement is solid across core subjects, with 59% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and reading, while 55% meet or exceed proficiency standards in mathematics. Sunny Pointe Elementary draws families from the surrounding 64015 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $79,973 and home values average $231,400. The community shows a strong commitment to education, with 33% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 6%.
The school's location in this large suburban area of Jackson County provides students with access to both quality educational resources and a stable, family-oriented neighborhood environment.
Score Breakdown
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Sunny Pointe Elem. — Students at Sunny Pointe Elem. score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
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
↓ 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: 3.2/10.
How Sunny Pointe Elem. Compares
See how Sunny Pointe Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 73% (2019) to 55% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 68% (2019) to 59% (2022).
Location
3920 SOUTH R D MIZE RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunny Pointe Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM YATES ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| PLAZA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blue Springs | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SPRING BRANCH ELEM. Independence | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| BRIDGER MIDDLE Independence | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| WILLIAM YATES ELEM. Independence | 3.5 mi | 8.4 |
| VOY SPEARS JR. ELEM. Lee's Summit | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| BINGHAM MIDDLE Independence | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE Independence | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,242
Median Home Value
$249,500
Median Rent
$1,148/mo
Population
31,814
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
38.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunny Pointe Elem. has a median household income of $81,242. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $249,500, with a median rent of $1,148/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% 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 |
|---|---|
| ARROWPOINT ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.4 |
| HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 5.4 |
| JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 5.4 |
| KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.4 |
| MASON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.4 |
| MEADOWMERE ELEM. Grandview, MO | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunny Pointe Elem.
What grades does Sunny Pointe Elem. serve?
Sunny Pointe Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunny Pointe Elem.?
Sunny Pointe Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Pointe Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Pointe Elem. is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunny Pointe Elem. rank in MO?
Sunny Pointe Elem. is ranked #1587 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Sunny Pointe Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sunny Pointe Elem. has a composite rating of 5.4 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 Sunny Pointe Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sunny Pointe Elem. has 62.7% math proficiency and 63.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sunny Pointe Elem. a charter school?
No, Sunny Pointe Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunny Pointe Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sunny Pointe Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunny Pointe Elem.?
36.9% of students at Sunny Pointe 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
- City Safety
- High (2,686/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Blue Springs). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 518
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 874-3700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BLUE SPRINGS R-IV- District Enrollment
- 14,744
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #14 of 20
Other Schools in This District
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