Excellent
#226 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 10% in state
Discovery Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · WENTZVILLE R-IV
2523 SOMMERS ROAD, O'fallon, MO 63367
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#226 of 2,221
In O'fallon
#5 of 18
public schools
In district
#3 of 22
WENTZVILLE R-IV
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Discovery Ridge Elementary
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About Discovery Ridge Elementary
Discovery Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in O'fallon, MO, part of WENTZVILLE R-IV. Discovery Ridge Elementary serves approximately 587 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Discovery Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Discovery Ridge Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Discovery Ridge Elementary — Students at Discovery Ridge Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 8.2/10.
How Discovery Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Discovery Ridge 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
2523 SOMMERS ROAD, O'fallon, MO 63367
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Discovery Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSTMANN ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BOONE TRAIL ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Wentzville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Wentzville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in O'fallon, see our O'fallon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRONTIER MIDDLE O'Fallon | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Lake St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| FUTURE APOSTLE ACADEMY O'Fallon | 0.9 mi | — |
| GREEN TREE ELEM. Lake St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| BARFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR O'Fallon | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| CROSSROADS ELEM. Dardenne Prairie | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| DUELLO ELEM. Lake St. Louis | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| OAKHAVEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| WENTZVILLE SOUTH MIDDLE Wentzville | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville | 3.6 mi | 8.8 |
| TIMBERLAND HIGH Wentzville | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.6 mi | 9.3 |
| JOHN WELDON ELEM. Dardenne Prairie | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,932
Median Home Value
$381,000
Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Population
27,893
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.3 |
| CALIFORNIA ELEM. California, MO | 8.3 |
| HOUSTON ELEM. Houston, MO | 8.3 |
| MARIONVILLE ELEM Marionville, MO | 8.3 |
| PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra, MO | 8.3 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia, MO | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Discovery Ridge Elementary
What grades does Discovery Ridge Elementary serve?
Discovery Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Discovery Ridge Elementary?
Discovery Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 587 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Ridge Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Discovery Ridge Elementary rank in MO?
Discovery Ridge Elementary ranks #226 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Discovery Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Discovery Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Ridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Discovery Ridge Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Discovery Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Discovery Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Discovery Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Discovery Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Discovery Ridge Elementary?
13.8% of students at Discovery Ridge 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
- 587
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Charles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (636) 561-2354
Resources & Links
District
WENTZVILLE R-IV- District Enrollment
- 17,944
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,463
- District Rank
- #3 of 22
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