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The Blue Springs R-IV School District, reorganized in 1949, includes nearly 15,000 students and 2,300 staff. BSSD is proud to be recognized locally and nationally as an exceptional school district. District boundaries include parts of Grain Valley, Lee’s Summit, and Independence. 

BSSD is proud to have been honored with 20 National Blue Ribbon Schools. James Walker Elementary is BSSD's newest 2025 Missouri Gold Star School, and the transportation department earned the top award for bus maintenance through the Highway Patrol and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for 32 consecutive years.

The Class of 2025 included 1,213 graduates with

  • Five National Merit Finalists
  • 56 Bright Flight Scholarships
  • Nearly $18,000,000 in total scholarships

BSSD Mission

The mission of the Blue Springs School District, the champion for personal growth,is to ensure every student develops the skills and dispositions to thrive in a global community as a productive and collaborative citizen through innovative education distinguished by:

  • rigorous, accessible learning experiences
  • diverse opportunities for involvement and leadership
  • a culture of understanding differences and showing kindness
  • community partnerships that engage and support students and their families

 

We Believe

  • Every person has unique genius to be discovered and developed. 
  • All people deserve meaningful opportunities to pursue their potential.
  • Growth culture promotes lifelong learning.
  • Authentic relationships are the foundation of overall success.
  • Involvement fosters engagement, learning, and community.
  • Community stays informed and engaged through communication.
  • Trust is foundational to growth and achievement.
  • The social, emotional, and physical needs of humans change and evolve.
  • A holistic approach is necessary to reach human potential.
  • Safety protects physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being. 
  • All people deserve kindness. 

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Schools

1,523

Students (grades 11-12) graduated with college credit

3,921

Students Earned a Market Value Asset

15,373

Total Students

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