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Bloomsdale Elem.

Elementary School · STE. GENEVIEVE CO. R-II

6279 US HWY 61, Bloomsdale, MO 63627

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,477 of 2,221

In district

#4 of 4

STE. GENEVIEVE CO. R-II

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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5.6/10

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About Bloomsdale Elem.

Bloomsdale Elem. is a public elementary school in Bloomsdale, MO, part of STE. GENEVIEVE CO. R-II.

Bloomsdale Elem. serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bloomsdale Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,477 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Bloomsdale Elem. show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Bloomsdale Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,034
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Bloomsdale Elem. — Students at Bloomsdale Elem. score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
63.6%
ELA
73.6%
2025
Math
60.8%
ELA
60.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.

How Bloomsdale Elem. Compares

See how Bloomsdale Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in MO
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6279 US HWY 61, Bloomsdale, MO 63627

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bloomsdale Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Crystal City), which scores notably higher. Another option is FESTUS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Festus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLATTIN PRIMARY (rated 6.7/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Festus), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomsdale, see our Bloomsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST AGNES CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomsdale 2.2 mi 6.2
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sainte Genevieve 7.9 mi
DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE Festus 9.9 mi 7.8
TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE Festus 10.0 mi 3.5
JEFFERSON R-VII PRESCHOOL Festus 10.0 mi 3.2
Prairie Du Rocher Elem School Prairie Du Rocher 8.8 mi 6.4
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Festus 10.3 mi 7.4
PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus 10.8 mi 6.7
STE. GENEVIEVE ELEM. Ste Genevieve 11.0 mi 5.7
STE. GENEVIEVE SR. HIGH Ste Genevieve 11.0 mi 6.0
STE. GENEVIEVE MIDDLE Ste Genevieve 11.1 mi 8.2
VALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sainte Genevieve 11.3 mi 6.4
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Festus 14.1 mi 6.5
CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. Crystal City 15.2 mi 9.1
CRYSTAL CITY HIGH Crystal City 15.5 mi 5.4
ATHENA ELEM. Desoto 14.0 mi 6.0
TWIN CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Festus 16.0 mi 7.6
FESTUS MIDDLE Festus 15.9 mi 5.9
FESTUS ELEM. Festus 15.9 mi 8.0
FESTUS INTERMEDIATE Festus 16.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,985

Median Home Value

$241,400

Median Rent

$825/mo

Population

2,856

College Educated

16.5%

Homeownership

91.6%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

39.6

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School Rating
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon, MO 5.6
ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 5.6
BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley, MO 5.6
BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. Grandview, MO 5.6
CABOOL ELEM. Cabool, MO 5.6
CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton, MO 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bloomsdale Elem.

What grades does Bloomsdale Elem. serve?

Bloomsdale Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bloomsdale Elem.?

Bloomsdale Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bloomsdale Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Bloomsdale Elem. is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bloomsdale Elem. rank in MO?

Bloomsdale Elem. ranks #1,477 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Bloomsdale Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Bloomsdale Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bloomsdale Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bloomsdale Elem. has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bloomsdale Elem. a charter school?

No, Bloomsdale Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bloomsdale Elem. a Title I school?

No, Bloomsdale Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bloomsdale Elem.?

44.5% of students at Bloomsdale Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Ste. Genevieve County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

District

STE. GENEVIEVE CO. R-II
District Enrollment
1,868
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,034
District Rank
#4 of 4

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