- PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 604 students
- SUMMIT POINTE ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 534 students
- MASON ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 512 students
- UNDERWOOD ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 511 students
- CEDAR CREEK ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 487 students
- HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 444 students
- MEADOW LANE ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 435 students
- WOODLAND ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 423 students
- TRAILRIDGE ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 418 students
- HIGHLAND PARK ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 407 students
- RICHARDSON ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 405 students
- LONGVIEW FARM ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 401 students
- PLEASANT LEA ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 346 students
- HAZEL GROVE ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 331 students
- GREAT BEGINNINGS EARLY ED CTR. — Grades PK–PK · 331 students
- SUNSET VALLEY ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 310 students
- GREENWOOD ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 300 students
- WESTVIEW ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 269 students
- LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. — Grades K–5 · 205 students
- East Trails Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,051 students
- BERNARD C. CAMPBELL MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,043 students
- SUMMIT LAKES MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,005 students
- PLEASANT LEA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 905 students
- LEE'S SUMMIT WEST HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,999 students
- LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,989 students
- LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,940 students
- R-7 Online Academy — Grades K–12 · 65 students
- HILLTOP SCHOOL — Grades 5–12 · 25 students
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| Metric | Lee's Summit R-VII School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 27 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,800/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Lee's Summit R-VII School District
ZIP 64082 in Lee's Summit, Missouri in Jackson County falls within the boundaries of Lee's Summit R-VII School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Missouri average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Lee's Summit R-VII School District spends approximately $11,800 per student per year, placing it 7% above the Missouri state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Lee's Summit R-VII School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Lee's Summit R-VII School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Lee's Summit R-VII School District ranks among Missouri’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Lee's Summit R-VII School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 64082
Children in zip code 64082 are assigned to Lee's Summit R-VII School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 64082, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lee's Summit R-VII School District at (816)986-1000 or visit www.lsr7.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Missouri districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lee'S Summit
For families considering a purchase in the Lee'S Summit area, district assignment matters financially. Because Lee's Summit R-VII School District serves zip code 64082, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 64082 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Missouri, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lee's Summit R-VII School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 64082.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lee's Summit R-VII School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 64082 data.