Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Trailridge 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 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Trailridge Elementary serves the southwest part of Lees Summit, MO, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being around 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trailridge 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
Trailridge Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Campus Size
14 acres
School Motto
Kids First
School Rankings
Trailridge 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 Trailridge Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#214 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
17%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trailridge Elementary School's ranking?
Trailridge Elementary School is ranked #214 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Trailridge Elementary School often compared to?
Trailridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Creek Elementary School, Hawthorn Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Trailridge Elementary School?
418 students attend Trailridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Trailridge Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trailridge Elementary School?
Trailridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Trailridge Elementary School offer ?
Trailridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trailridge Elementary School part of?
Trailridge Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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