Lee’s Summit, Missouri is the sixth largest city in the Kansas City Metro area with a population of 91,364. It was ranked 27th in the 2010 Money magazine 100 Best Cities to Live in the United States. Three public school districts serve the children of the city, Lee’s Summit School District, Blue Springs School District and Raymore Peculiar School District. The Lee’s Summit school district receive the state’s highest recognition for academic achievement, Missouri’s Distinction in Performance Award. During fall 2011, the the Lee’s Summit School District was recognized for being among a handful of districts in the state to earn a perfect score on criteria for the Distinction In Performance Award each year for the last 11 years. The Lee’s Summit School District was among 16 percent of the nation's school districts receiving the SchoolMatch "What Parents Want" national award in spring 2012. Longview Community College, Summit Technology Center, a branch of the University of Central Missouri and a branch of Baker University all provide opportunities for higher education in Lee’s Summit.
Legacy Park in Lee’s Summit, MO, is a premier 692-acre community destination offering a diverse range of recreational amenities and natural beauty. Centered around a 22-acre lake, the park features fishing docks, scenic overlooks, and opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore over 10 miles of trails, including paved paths suitable for walking, jogging, and cycling, as well as a dirt-track mountain bike trail that winds through serene woodlands and past a picturesque waterfall. The park includes an 18-hole disc golf course, multiple sports fields for baseball, soccer, and football, and three playgrounds designed for various ages. With its blend of recreational facilities, natural landscapes, and community spaces, Legacy Park serves as a focal point for residents and visitors seeking an active and connected lifestyle in Lee’s Summit.