Excellent
#94 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 4% in state
Mount Hope Elem.
Elementary School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
1099 MT HOPE LN, O'fallon, MO 63366
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In O'fallon
#2 of 18
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#66 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 25
FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Mount Hope Elem.
Mount Hope Elem. is a public elementary school in O'fallon, MO, part of the FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 445 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.8th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 59% proficiency in math and 63% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $98,237, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Mount Hope Elem. — Students at Mount Hope Elem. score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 8.5/10.
How Mount Hope Elem. Compares
See how Mount Hope Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 56% (2019) to 61% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 64% (2019) to 60% (2022).
Location
1099 MT HOPE LN, O'fallon, MO 63366
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Hope Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSEPH L. MUDD ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WESTHOFF ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DARDENNE ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 5.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in O'fallon, see our O'fallon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| WESTHOFF ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH MIDDLE O'Fallon | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY O'Fallon | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| JOSEPH L. MUDD ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ROCK CREEK ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL-JOSEPHVILLE Wentzville | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT O'Fallon | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH HIGH O'Fallon | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. O'Fallon | 4.8 mi | 6.1 |
| BARFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR O'Fallon | 5.0 mi | 7.8 |
| OAKHAVEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| GREEN TREE ELEM. Lake St. Louis | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63366 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,237
Median Home Value
$283,900
Median Rent
$1,274/mo
Population
54,449
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
39.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mount Hope Elem. has a median household income of $98,237. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $283,900, with a median rent of $1,274/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 8.6 |
| HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 8.6 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 8.6 |
| MCCULLOCH ELEMENTARY Republic, MO | 8.6 |
| MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights, MO | 8.6 |
| NORTH ELEM. Holts Summit, MO | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Hope Elem.
What grades does Mount Hope Elem. serve?
Mount Hope Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mount Hope Elem.?
Mount Hope Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Hope Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Hope Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Hope Elem. rank in MO?
Mount Hope Elem. is ranked #94 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Mount Hope Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Hope Elem. has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mount Hope Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mount Hope Elem. has 59.0% math proficiency and 63.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mount Hope Elem. a charter school?
No, Mount Hope Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Hope Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mount Hope Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Hope Elem.?
15.7% of students at Mount Hope 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Charles County
- Phone
- (636) 272-2717
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 16,829
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,648
- District Rank
- #3 of 25
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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