Excellent
#245 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 11% in state
Discovery Elementary
Elementary School · ORCHARD FARM R-V
500 Discovery Path Lane, St. Charles, MO 63301
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#245 of 2,221
In St. Charles
#7 of 33
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
ORCHARD FARM R-V
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Discovery Elementary
Elementary School in St. Charles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Discovery Elementary
Discovery Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Charles, MO, part of ORCHARD FARM R-V. Discovery Elementary serves approximately 449 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Discovery Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #245 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Discovery Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Discovery Elementary — Students at Discovery Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Discovery Elementary Compares
See how Discovery Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 Discovery Path Lane, St. Charles, MO 63301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Discovery Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLACKHURST ELEMENTARY (rated 9.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONROE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early Learning Center St. Charles | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Orchard Farm High School St. Charles | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST. CHARLES HIGH St. Charles | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| DUCHESNE HIGH SCHOOL St. Charles | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART St. Charles | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| HARDIN MIDDLE St. Charles | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| BLACKHURST ELEMENTARY St. Charles | 2.1 mi | 9.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ST.CHARLES EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR St. Charles | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST. CHARLES WEST HIGH St. Charles | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| MONROE ELEM. St. Charles | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL St. Charles | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ST CLETUS SCHOOL St. Charles | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| WEST MIDDLE Hazelwood | 4.4 mi | 1.9 |
| PATTONVILLE SR. HIGH Maryland Heights | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,551
Median Home Value
$249,400
Median Rent
$1,093/mo
Population
51,625
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR SPRINGS ELEM. House Springs, MO | 8.2 |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 8.2 |
| DONIPHAN INTERMEDIATE Doniphan, MO | 8.2 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. West Plains, MO | 8.2 |
| GERALD ELEM. Gerald, MO | 8.2 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia, MO | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Discovery Elementary
What grades does Discovery Elementary serve?
Discovery Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Discovery Elementary?
Discovery Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 449 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Discovery Elementary rank in MO?
Discovery Elementary ranks #245 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Discovery Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Discovery Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Discovery Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Discovery Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Discovery Elementary a charter school?
No, Discovery Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Discovery Elementary a Title I school?
No, Discovery Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Discovery Elementary?
32.3% of students at Discovery Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 449
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- St. Charles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (636) 757-6800
Resources & Links
District
ORCHARD FARM R-V- District Enrollment
- 2,514
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,944
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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