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Best Elementary Schools in Independence, Missouri
Compare 27 elementary schools in Independence. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
27
Elementary Schools
Public & Charter Schools
17,970
Total Students
Across Independence
13.7:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
27 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score37%
ELA Assessment Score41%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)18 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 574 students at Sycamore Hills Elem..
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
About Elementary Schools in Independence
Independence, Missouri offers 27 elementary schools providing quality education for young students. These schools focus on foundational learning, with strong emphasis on reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking skills development.
William Yates Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
3600 Davidson Rd, Independence, MO 64055
6.7
Rating
Students
463
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
72%
Buckner Elem.
publicelementaryK-4
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
5
Rating
Students
327
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
47%
John W. Luff Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
3700 S Delaware Ave, Independence, MO 64055
5
Rating
Students
362
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
47%
Sycamore Hills Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
15208 E 39Th St S, Independence, MO 64055
4.8
Rating
Students
574
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
54%
Math Proficiency
41%
Mill Creek Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
2601 N Liberty St, Independence, MO 64050
4.5
Rating
Students
250
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
47%
Three Trails Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
11801 E 32Nd St S, Independence, MO 64052
4.2
Rating
Students
328
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
42%
Indian Trails Elem.
publicelementaryPK-4
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
4
Rating
Students
365
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
42%
Cler-Mont Elem.
publicelementaryK-4
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
4
Rating
Students
298
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
37%
Little Blue Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
2020 Quail Drive, Independence, MO 64057
4
Rating
Students
263
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
37%
Blue Hills Elem.
publicelementaryK-4
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
4
Rating
Students
357
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
42%
Procter Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
1403 W Linden Ave, Independence, MO 64052
3.7
Rating
Students
221
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
37%
Blackburn Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
17302 E R D Mize Rd, Independence, MO 64057
3.7
Rating
Students
363
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
32%
Bryant Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
827 W College, Independence, MO 64050
3.7
Rating
Students
193
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
37%
Glendale Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
2611 S Lee'S Summit Rd, Independence, MO 64055
3.6
Rating
Students
417
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
31%
Spring Branch Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
20404 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64056
3.5
Rating
Students
278
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
27%
Ott Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
1525 N Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64050
3.4
Rating
Students
384
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
30%
Thomas Hart Benton Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
429 S Leslie, Independence, MO 64050
3.2
Rating
Students
401
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
Santa Fe Trail Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
1301 S Windsor St, Independence, MO 64055
3
Rating
Students
364
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%
Cassell Park Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
10401 East 31St Street South, Independence, MO 64052
2.5
Rating
Students
362
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
17%
Fairmount Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
120 N Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053
2.5
Rating
Students
313
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many elementary schools are in Independence, Missouri?
There are several elementary schools in Independence, serving thousands of young students with focus on foundational education and early childhood development.
What is the best elementary school in Independence?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Independence include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Independence?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Independence is 13.7:1.