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#323 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 15% in state

Hanna Woods Elem.

Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2

720 HANNA RD, Ballwin, MO 63021

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#323 of 2,221

In Ballwin

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#5 of 29

PARKWAY C-2

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Hanna Woods Elem.

8.0/10

Elementary School in Ballwin · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Hanna Woods Elem.

Hanna Woods Elem. is a public elementary school in Ballwin, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Hanna Woods Elem. serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hanna Woods Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Hanna Woods Elem. show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,983
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Hanna Woods Elem. — Students at Hanna Woods Elem. score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
50.9%
ELA
47.4%
2025
Math
57.8%
ELA
45.2%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Hanna Woods Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in MO
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

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

720 HANNA RD, Ballwin, MO 63021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hanna Woods Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARRETTS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAK BROOK ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BALLWIN ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ballwin, see our Ballwin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH HIGH Manchester 0.2 mi 7.1
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin 0.5 mi 6.5
AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester 0.8 mi 7.0
WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin 0.7 mi 5.3
ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester 0.8 mi
CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester 0.9 mi 6.7
SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin 1.3 mi 4.3
CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester 1.6 mi 6.6
PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester 1.8 mi 7.5
AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester 1.8 mi 9.3
SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester 2.1 mi 7.8
VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park 2.1 mi 9.2
VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park 2.1 mi 4.1
VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park 2.1 mi 6.8
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park 2.1 mi 5.9
HENRY ELEM. Ballwin 2.2 mi 7.5
OAK BROOK ELEM. Ballwin 1.9 mi 9.1
BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin 2.0 mi 7.6
BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester 2.0 mi 9.2
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,822

Median Home Value

$324,300

Median Rent

$1,362/mo

Population

56,297

College Educated

62.1%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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ORCHARD DRIVE ELEM. Jackson, MO 8.0
PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood, MO 8.0
WILLARD CENTRAL ELEM. Springfield, MO 8.0
COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hanna Woods Elem.

What grades does Hanna Woods Elem. serve?

Hanna Woods Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hanna Woods Elem.?

Hanna Woods Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hanna Woods Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Hanna Woods 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 Hanna Woods Elem. rank in MO?

Hanna Woods Elem. ranks #323 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Hanna Woods Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Hanna Woods Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Hanna Woods Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hanna Woods Elem. has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hanna Woods Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Hanna Woods Elem. a Title I school?

No, Hanna Woods Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

22.7% of students at Hanna Woods 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
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

PARKWAY C-2
District Enrollment
16,924
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,983
District Rank
#5 of 29

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