Very Good
#351 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 16% in state
Sunset Valley Elem.
Elementary School · LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
1850 SE RANSON ROAD, Lee's Summit, MO 64082
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#351 of 2,221
In Lee's Summit
#4 of 27
public schools
In district
#2 of 26
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sunset Valley Elem.
Elementary School in Lee's Summit · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunset Valley Elem.
Sunset Valley Elem. is a public elementary school in Lee's Summit, MO, part of LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII. Sunset Valley Elem. serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Valley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #351 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Valley Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Sunset Valley Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Sunset Valley Elem. — Students at Sunset Valley Elem. score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 8.1/10.
How Sunset Valley Elem. Compares
See how Sunset Valley 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
1850 SE RANSON ROAD, Lee's Summit, MO 64082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Valley Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENWOOD ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Greenwood), with a very similar rating. Another option is RICHARDSON ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Trails Middle School Lee'S Summit | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH Lee'S Summit | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| LANGSFORD HOUSE Lee'S Summit | 2.5 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| PLEASANT LEA MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| PLEASANT LEA ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| RICHARDSON ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SUMMIT LAKES MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| TRAILRIDGE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY ED CTR. Lee'S Summit | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| R-7 Online Academy Lee'S Summit | 3.5 mi | — |
| LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH Lee'S Summit | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT WEST HIGH Lee'S Summit | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MEADOW LANE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.9 mi | 2.9 |
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BERNARD C. CAMPBELL MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,310
Median Home Value
$380,800
Median Rent
$1,738/mo
Population
19,729
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
85.6%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia, MO | 7.9 |
| LEE HUNTER ELEM. Sikeston, MO | 7.9 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country, MO | 7.9 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.9 |
| RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Valley Elem.
What grades does Sunset Valley Elem. serve?
Sunset Valley Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Valley Elem.?
Sunset Valley Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Valley Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Valley Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Valley Elem. rank in MO?
Sunset Valley Elem. ranks #351 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sunset Valley Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Valley Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Sunset Valley Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Valley Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sunset Valley Elem. a charter school?
No, Sunset Valley Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Valley Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sunset Valley Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Valley Elem.?
20.4% of students at Sunset Valley 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.6%
- Phone
- (816) 986-4240
Resources & Links
District
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII- District Enrollment
- 17,797
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,841
- District Rank
- #2 of 26
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