Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voy Spears Jr. 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
Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School's student population of 546 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School, a connected community of meaningful relationships Is to ensure opportunities are created within the community, students, and educators to grow and succeed through innovative educational experiences distingu
School Rankings
Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#10 out of 2076 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
11%
15%
White
72%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School often compared to?
Voy Spears Jr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Lakes Elementary School, Lucy Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School?
546 students attend Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School?
Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School part of?
Voy Spears Jr. Elementary School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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