Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadow Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Meadow Lane Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Meadow Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Lane Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1474 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
21%
15%
White
39%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is ranked #1474 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School?
462 students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Meadow Lane Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Lane Elementary School?
Meadow Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Meadow Lane Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Lane Elementary School part of?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
School Reviews
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My godson goes here. He is very happy and has achieved many rewards for the education he has received at this school.
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