Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunset Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunset Valley Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2009
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
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 Mascot
Jaguar
School Rankings
Sunset Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Valley Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#486 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
65%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Valley Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Sunset Valley Elementary School?
304 students attend Sunset Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sunset Valley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset Valley Elementary School?
Sunset Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sunset Valley Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Valley Elementary School part of?
Sunset Valley Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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