Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mason Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mason Elementary serves the northeast part of Lees Summit, MO, covering an area of approximately 28.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mason Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mason Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1941
School Calendar
School Motto
Every day our school community exemplifies LSR7's proud tradition of supporting academic excellence, producing data-driven results, and creating innovative, enriching opportunities for students.
School Rankings
Mason Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mason Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue, Yellow, Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mason Elementary School's ranking?
Mason Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Mason Elementary School often compared to?
Mason Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School, Underwood Elementary School, Richardson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mason Elementary School?
512 students attend Mason Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mason Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mason Elementary School?
Mason Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mason Elementary School offer ?
Mason Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mason Elementary School part of?
Mason Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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