Needs Improvement
#2178 of 2,221 schools in MO
Sunshine Center
School · INDEPENDENCE 30
18400 EAST SALISBURY ROAD, Independence, MO 64056
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 33 schools in Independence. Learn more
Enrollment
96
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
96
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,178 of 2,221
In Independence
#33 of 35
public schools
In district
#27 of 28
INDEPENDENCE 30
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About Sunshine Center
Sunshine Center is a public school in Independence, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Sunshine Center serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Sunshine Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,178 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Sunshine Center 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Sunshine Center Compares
See how Sunshine Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
18400 EAST SALISBURY ROAD, Independence, MO 64056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunshine Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. SPRING BRANCH ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RANDALL ELEM. Independence | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| CLER-MONT ELEM. Independence | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE Independence | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Independence | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BINGHAM MIDDLE Independence | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BRIDGER MIDDLE Independence | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SPRING BRANCH ELEM. Independence | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| BLACKBURN ELEM. Independence | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| GLENDALE ELEM. Independence | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 3.0 mi | — |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| WILLIAM YATES ELEM. Independence | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,696
Median Home Value
$176,400
Median Rent
$1,290/mo
Population
17,608
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
32.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunshine Center
What grades does Sunshine Center serve?
Sunshine Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Sunshine Center?
Sunshine Center has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
How does Sunshine Center rank in MO?
Sunshine Center ranks #2,178 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sunshine Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunshine Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunshine Center a charter school?
No, Sunshine Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunshine Center a Title I school?
No, Sunshine Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunshine Center?
46.9% of students at Sunshine Center 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 96
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 461-0893
Resources & Links
District
INDEPENDENCE 30- District Enrollment
- 14,168
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,302
- District Rank
- #27 of 28
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