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Sunset Valley Elementary School

1850 SE RANSON RD, LEES SUMMIT, MO 64082

About Sunset Valley Elementary School

Sunset Valley Elementary School is located in Lee’s Summit, serving grades K–5 with a current enrollment of approximately 304 students. The student-teacher ratio is about 12 : 1, which is supported by approximately 25 full-time instructional staff. Outcomes indicate approximately 47 % of students are scoring proficiently in math, while the percentage of students scoring proficiently in reading is 54 %. Approximately 20 % are students eligible for free and reduced-price lunch, which is significantly lower than the Missouri average of ~51 %. In the ZIP code 64064 for median home value, homes average about $427,792 as families invest in the home they choose when deciding on the best elementary schools in Missouri. Sunset Valley is known for its supportive “small school” atmosphere, nestled in a green environment, and offers multiple inclusive programs in addition to its typical curriculum.

Sunset Valley Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1850 SE RANSON RD, LEES SUMMIT, MO 64082

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Phone

(816) 986-4240

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 47%
Reading 54%
State average proficiency is 47% in Math and 54% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
304
Total Students
$70931
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 77 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Sunset Valley Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00AM - 2:50PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 66.2%
Asian 2.6%
Hispanic 9.2%
Black 13.1%
Two+ Races 8.2%
Native Am. 0%
White
66.2%
Asian
2.6%
Hispanic
9.2%
Black
13.1%
Two+ Races
8.2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 304
52.5%
160 Female
47.5%
144 Male

Student Population

304 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

420 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The school uses the PowerSchool Parent Portal for families to manage enrollment information, upload residency documents, and update student records, using technology to streamline administrative tasks.

FAQ

Q1. What are the features of Sunset Valley Elementary School's curriculum that makes it unique?

Ans: The curriculum incorporates academic rigor and playful learning that uses the arts and technology as a main focus.

Q2. How does Sunset Valley Elementary School measure progress?

Ans: Each student is assessed regularly and through teacher feedback, we are able to ensure that all students have met their growth targets.

Q3. What extracurricular activities does Sunset Valley Elementary School offer?

Ans: Students have the option to participate in art clubs, robotics and outdoor club opportunities that foster the growth of their whole selves.

Q4. How does Sunset Valley Elementary School engage families?

Ans: Sunset Valley Elementary School offers family nights and parent-based events that build community and promote awareness of the school.

Q5. What safety measures are part of Sunset Valley Elementary School?

Ans: Sunset Valley Elementary School has a secure campus with controlled access; staff monitors students; and holds safety drills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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