Very Good
#454 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 20% in state
Sunshine Elem.
Elementary School · SPRINGFIELD R-XII
421 E SUNSHINE, Springfield, MO 65807
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#454 of 2,221
In Springfield
#14 of 58
public schools
In district
#12 of 53
SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sunshine Elem.
Elementary School in Springfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunshine Elem.
Sunshine Elem. is a public elementary school in Springfield, MO, part of SPRINGFIELD R-XII. Sunshine Elem. serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunshine Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Sunshine Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sunshine Elem. — Students at Sunshine Elem. score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 8.7/10.
How Sunshine Elem. Compares
See how Sunshine 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
421 E SUNSHINE, Springfield, MO 65807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunshine Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCGREGOR ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MARK TWAIN ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PARKVIEW HIGH Springfield | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLLAND ELEM. Springfield | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| DISCOVERY GARDEN MONTESSORI Springfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| DATEMA HOUSE Springfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Springfield | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| COWDEN ELEM. Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| DELAWARE ELEM. Springfield | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| GREENWOOD LABORATORY SCHOOL Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ROUNTREE ELEM. Springfield | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Springfield | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Springfield | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| EXCEL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.4 mi | — |
| INFINITY ACADEMY Springfield | 1.4 mi | — |
| U.SCHOOL Springfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| MOCA-S Springfield | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,271
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
56,680
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 7.7 |
| COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.7 |
| FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia, MO | 7.7 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty, MO | 7.7 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City, MO | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunshine Elem.
What grades does Sunshine Elem. serve?
Sunshine Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sunshine Elem.?
Sunshine Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Elem. is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunshine Elem. rank in MO?
Sunshine Elem. ranks #454 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sunshine Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Sunshine Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Sunshine Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunshine Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sunshine Elem. a charter school?
No, Sunshine Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunshine Elem. a Title I school?
No, Sunshine Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunshine Elem.?
76.3% of students at Sunshine 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
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 523-5200
Resources & Links
District
SPRINGFIELD R-XII- District Enrollment
- 24,267
- Schools in District
- 57
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,461
- District Rank
- #12 of 53
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