Needs Improvement
#2185 of 2,221 schools in MO
Maple Grove Elem.
Elementary School · NORTHWEST R-I
7887 DITTMER RIDGE RD, Dittmer, MO 63023
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,185 of 2,221
In district
#9 of 10
NORTHWEST R-I
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Maple Grove Elem.
Elementary School in Dittmer · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maple Grove Elem.
Maple Grove Elem. is a public elementary school in Dittmer, MO, part of NORTHWEST R-I. Maple Grove Elem. serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,185 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Maple Grove Elem. show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Maple Grove 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
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Maple Grove Elem. — Students at Maple Grove Elem. score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 1.6/10.
How Maple Grove Elem. Compares
See how Maple Grove Elem. 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
7887 DITTMER RIDGE RD, Dittmer, MO 63023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maple Grove Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONEDELL ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Lonedell), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR SPRINGS ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby House Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOUSE SPRINGS ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby House Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dittmer, see our Dittmer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST HIGH Cedar Hill | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| NIKE ELEM. Catawissa | 6.5 mi | 3.8 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Hillsboro | 7.9 mi | 3.5 |
| GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Hillsboro | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Missouri Virtual Academy Hillsboro | 8.0 mi | 2.5 |
| GRANDVIEW HIGH Hillsboro | 8.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CEDAR SPRINGS ELEM. House Springs | 7.4 mi | 8.2 |
| LONEDELL ELEM. Lonedell | 7.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBERTSVILLE ELEM. Robertsville | 8.8 mi | 6.2 |
| HILLSBORO HIGH Hillsboro | 8.9 mi | 5.2 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Hillsboro | 8.9 mi | — |
| HOUSE SPRINGS EARLY CHILD CTR House Springs | 8.8 mi | 3.3 |
| HOUSE SPRINGS ELEM. House Springs | 9.1 mi | 7.2 |
| HILLSBORO PRIMARY Hillsboro | 9.2 mi | 4.8 |
| RIVERBEND SCH. Pacific | 10.3 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHWEST VALLEY SCH. House Springs | 9.3 mi | 3.1 |
| HILLSBORO MIDDLE ELEM. Hillsboro | 9.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLSBORO ELEM. Hillsboro | 9.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST BRIDGET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific | 11.0 mi | 6.3 |
| DORIS HOFFMAN EARLY LEARNING C Pacific | 11.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,988
Median Home Value
$220,200
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
5,442
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
91.4%
Avg Commute
43.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
| KEEVEN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield, MO | 3.2 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
| HIGHLANDVILLE ELEM. Highlandville, MO | 3.3 |
| KIPP VICTORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maple Grove Elem.
What grades does Maple Grove Elem. serve?
Maple Grove Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maple Grove Elem.?
Maple Grove Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Elem. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maple Grove Elem. rank in MO?
Maple Grove Elem. ranks #2,185 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Maple Grove Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Maple Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Maple Grove Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Grove Elem. has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Maple Grove Elem. a charter school?
No, Maple Grove Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maple Grove Elem. a Title I school?
No, Maple Grove Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maple Grove Elem.?
48.1% of students at Maple Grove 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (636) 274-5327
Resources & Links
District
NORTHWEST R-I- District Enrollment
- 5,900
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,515
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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