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Very Good

#385 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 17% in state

West Lane Elem.

Elementary School · JACKSON R-II

338 N WEST LN, Jackson, MO 63755

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#385 of 2,221

In Jackson

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

JACKSON R-II

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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West Lane Elem.

7.8/10

Elementary School in Jackson · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About West Lane Elem.

West Lane Elem. is a public elementary school in Jackson, MO, part of JACKSON R-II. West Lane Elem. serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Lane Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #385 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for West Lane Elem. show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,205
Chronic Absenteeism5.3%

West Lane Elem. — Students at West Lane Elem. score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
55.7%
ELA
48.7%
2025
Math
53.8%
ELA
52.1%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How West Lane Elem. Compares

See how West Lane Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
83th percentile in MO
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

338 N WEST LN, Jackson, MO 63755

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Lane Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Cape Girardeau), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ORCHARD DRIVE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTH ELEM. (rated 7.8/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH ELEM. Jackson 0.0 mi 7.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jackson 1.0 mi 6.8
JACKSON SR. HIGH Jackson 1.0 mi 5.0
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson 1.1 mi 4.6
EAST ELEMENTARY Jackson 1.8 mi 5.0
ORCHARD DRIVE ELEM. Jackson 2.0 mi 8.0
RUSSELL HAWKINS JR. HIGH Jackson 2.1 mi 6.6
JACKSON MIDDLE Jackson 2.3 mi 6.2
GORDONVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR Jackson 3.9 mi 6.6
SAXONY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jackson 4.4 mi 5.2
NOTRE DAME REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 5.1 mi 6.6
NORTH ELEM. Jackson 5.7 mi 6.1
LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau 4.8 mi 7.3
EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 5.3 mi 6.6
FRANKLIN ELEM. Cape Girardeau 6.1 mi 7.8
CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau 6.1 mi 7.0
ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau 6.5 mi 8.5
LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau 6.7 mi 7.5
ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Girardeau 7.4 mi 5.9
CENTRAL JR. HIGH Cape Girardeau 7.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,841

Median Home Value

$233,400

Median Rent

$977/mo

Population

27,378

College Educated

34.8%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson, MO 7.8
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 7.8
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO 7.8
ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO 7.8
GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood, MO 7.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Lane Elem.

What grades does West Lane Elem. serve?

West Lane Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend West Lane Elem.?

West Lane Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Lane Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at West Lane Elem. is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Lane Elem. rank in MO?

West Lane Elem. ranks #385 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is West Lane Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

West Lane Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 West Lane Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Lane Elem. has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Lane Elem. a charter school?

No, West Lane Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Lane Elem. a Title I school?

No, West Lane Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Lane Elem.?

36.1% of students at West Lane 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

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Cape Girardeau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

District

JACKSON R-II
District Enrollment
5,744
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,205
District Rank
#2 of 10

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