Serving 1,005 students in grades 6-8, Summit Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit Lakes Middle serves the southwest part of Lees Summit, MO, covering an area of approximately 23.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Lakes Middle 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
Summit Lakes Middle School's student population of 1,005 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,005 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Lakes Middle School is 0.51, 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
#196 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
14%
15%
White
68%
67%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Hunter Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Summit Lakes Middle School is ranked #196 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Summit Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Summit Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin City Elementary School, Moreland Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Summit Lakes Middle School?
1,005 students attend Summit Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Summit Lakes Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Lakes Middle School?
Summit Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Summit Lakes Middle School offer ?
Summit Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Lakes Middle School part of?
Summit Lakes Middle School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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