Needs Improvement
#2091 of 2,221 schools in MO
Three Trails Elem.
Elementary School · INDEPENDENCE 30
11801 E 32ND ST S, Independence, MO 64052
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,091 of 2,221
In Independence
#30 of 35
public schools
In district
#24 of 28
INDEPENDENCE 30
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Three Trails Elem.
Elementary School in Independence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Cassell Park Elementary
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About Three Trails Elem.
Three Trails Elem. is a public elementary school in Independence, MO, part of INDEPENDENCE 30. Three Trails Elem. serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Three Trails Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,091 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Three Trails Elem. show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Three Trails Elem. — Students at Three Trails Elem. score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 2.5/10.
How Three Trails Elem. Compares
See how Three Trails 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
11801 E 32ND ST S, Independence, MO 64052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Three Trails Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROCTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PITCHER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLEETRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASSELL PARK ELEMENTARY Independence | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| JOHN W. LUFF ELEM. Independence | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| SANTA FE TRAIL ELEM. Independence | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| PROCTER ELEM. Independence | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PITCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| TRUMAN HIGH Independence | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| RAYTOWN MIDDLE Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE, INC. Independence | 2.1 mi | — |
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| WILLIAM SOUTHERN ELEM. Independence | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 2.4 mi | — |
| SYCAMORE HILLS ELEM. Independence | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| FAIRMOUNT ELEM. Independence | 3.4 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,981
Median Home Value
$131,100
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
22,945
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRANE ELEM. Crane, MO | 3.7 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.7 |
| NASHUA ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge, MO | 3.7 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| CUBA ELEM. Cuba, MO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Three Trails Elem.
What grades does Three Trails Elem. serve?
Three Trails Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Three Trails Elem.?
Three Trails Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Three Trails Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Three Trails Elem. is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Three Trails Elem. rank in MO?
Three Trails Elem. ranks #2,091 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Three Trails Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Three Trails Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Three Trails Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Three Trails Elem. has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Three Trails Elem. a charter school?
No, Three Trails Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Three Trails Elem. a Title I school?
No, Three Trails Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Three Trails Elem.?
81.6% of students at Three Trails 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 347
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (816) 521-5470
Resources & Links
District
INDEPENDENCE 30- District Enrollment
- 14,168
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,302
- District Rank
- #24 of 28
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