Excellent
#237 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 11% in state
Oak Brook Elem.
Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2
510 BIG BEND RD, Ballwin, MO 63021
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Ballwin
#2 of 12
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#158 of 1,202
In district
#6 of 29
PARKWAY C-2
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Oak Brook Elem.
Oak Brook Elementary serves 375 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Ballwin, Missouri, operating with a comfortable 15.0:1 student-teacher ratio and 25 full-time teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, ranking #278 out of 2,234 Missouri schools and placing in the 88th percentile statewide with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. Students at Oak Brook Elementary show solid achievement levels, with 68% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels, while 59% demonstrate proficiency in mathematics.
The school's academic score of 9.4 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence. The school serves the 63021 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $108,854 and median home values of $308,700. The community is highly educated, with 60% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 4.2%.
This ZIP code area has a population of 55,944 residents. Oak Brook Elementary is situated in a large suburban setting along Big Bend Road, providing students with the benefits of a well-established residential community that values education and family stability.
Score Breakdown
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Oak Brook Elem. — Students at Oak Brook Elem. score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.5%
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: 8.3/10.
How Oak Brook Elem. Compares
See how Oak Brook Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 60% (2019) to 59% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 67% (2019) to 68% (2022).
Location
510 BIG BEND RD, Ballwin, MO 63021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Brook Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY PARK ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Valley Park), with a very similar rating. Another option is WREN HOLLOW ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WESTRIDGE ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ballwin, see our Ballwin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| WOERTHER ELEM. Ballwin | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| HOLY INFANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballwin | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SELVIDGE MIDDLE Ballwin | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester | 1.8 mi | — |
| SOUTH HIGH Manchester | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Ballwin | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| CDLC ELLISVILLE INC. Ellisville | 2.8 mi | — |
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HENRY ELEM. Ballwin | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ellisville | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Oak Brook Elem. has a median household income of $113,822. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $324,300, with a median rent of $1,362/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 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 |
|---|---|
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester, MO | 8.1 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood, MO | 8.1 |
| HOLLISTER ELEM. Hollister, MO | 8.1 |
| Horizon Elementary Smithville, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Brook Elem.
What grades does Oak Brook Elem. serve?
Oak Brook Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Oak Brook Elem.?
Oak Brook Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Brook Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Brook Elem. is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Brook Elem. rank in MO?
Oak Brook Elem. is ranked #237 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Oak Brook Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Brook Elem. has a composite rating of 8.1 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 Oak Brook Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oak Brook Elem. has 60.3% math proficiency and 68.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Oak Brook Elem. a charter school?
No, Oak Brook Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Brook Elem. a Title I school?
No, Oak Brook Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Brook Elem.?
8.5% of students at Oak Brook 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
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 415-6550
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PARKWAY C-2- District Enrollment
- 16,924
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,983
- District Rank
- #6 of 29
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