Best Schools in Oak Ridge, Missouri
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Oak Ridge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Oak Ridge High
High · Oak Ridge R-vi. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oak Ridge Elem.
Elementary · Oak Ridge R-vi. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$191,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$191,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Oak Ridge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Ridge High | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Oak Ridge Elem. | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $86,103
- Median home value
- $191,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oak Ridge compares
Median household income
$86k
131% of Missouri median
About Schools in Oak Ridge, Missouri
Oak Ridge, Missouri is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Oak Ridge show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Oak Ridge is Oak Ridge High with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oak Ridge is served by 1 school district: OAK RIDGE R-VI. These districts collectively serve 331 students.
Oak Ridge's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $86,103. The poverty rate in the area is 3.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 151 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 180 students · 6th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge, Missouri · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$86,103
Median Home Value
$191,600
Median Rent
$700/mo
Population
1,388
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Community Profile
Oak Ridge has a median household income of $86,103. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,600, with a median rent of $700/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Missouri
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Missouri
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Oak Ridge, Missouri
How many schools are in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
Oak Ridge has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oak Ridge is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Oak Ridge on MySchoolScout is Oak Ridge High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oak Ridge on MySchoolScout is Oak Ridge Elem. with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
The top-ranked high school in Oak Ridge on MySchoolScout is Oak Ridge High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Oak Ridge, Missouri?
Oak Ridge is served by 1 school district: Oak Ridge R-vi.
What is the education level in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Oak Ridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
The median household income in Oak Ridge is approximately $86,103 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oak Ridge is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oak Ridge, Missouri?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.