Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Daniel Young 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Daniel Young Elementary School's student population of 330 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day!
School Rankings
Daniel Young 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 Daniel Young 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
#327 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
12%
15%
White
63%
67%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Young Elementary School's ranking?
Daniel Young Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Daniel Young Elementary School?
330 students attend Daniel Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Daniel Young Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel Young Elementary School?
Daniel Young Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Daniel Young Elementary School offer ?
Daniel Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniel Young Elementary School part of?
Daniel Young Elementary School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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