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#39 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 2% in state

Oak Brook Elem.

Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2

510 BIG BEND RD, Ballwin, MO 63021

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#39 of 2,221

In Ballwin

#1 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 29

PARKWAY C-2

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Brook Elem.

9.1/10

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

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About Oak Brook Elem.

Oak Brook Elem. is a public elementary school in Ballwin, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Oak Brook Elem. serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Brook Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Brook Elem. show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+20.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.5 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,983
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Oak Brook Elem. — Students at Oak Brook Elem. score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
61%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
53.4%
ELA
42.5%
2025
Math
63.5%
ELA
73.9%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Oak Brook Elem. Compares

See how Oak Brook Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
98th percentile in MO
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

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

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. WOERTHER ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is HANNA WOODS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BALLWIN ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 4.3
WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin 1.2 mi 5.3
WOERTHER ELEM. Ballwin 1.4 mi 8.7
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin 1.4 mi 6.5
BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin 1.7 mi 7.6
HOLY INFANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballwin 1.6 mi 5.5
SELVIDGE MIDDLE Ballwin 1.8 mi 8.4
ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester 1.8 mi
SOUTH HIGH Manchester 1.7 mi 7.1
AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester 1.7 mi 7.0
HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin 1.9 mi 8.0
CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin 3.1 mi 5.2
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Ballwin 2.9 mi 6.0
CDLC ELLISVILLE INC. Ellisville 2.8 mi
VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park 2.6 mi 9.2
VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park 2.6 mi 4.1
VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park 2.6 mi 6.8
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park 2.7 mi 5.9
HENRY ELEM. Ballwin 3.3 mi 7.5
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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City, MO 9.1
CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. Crystal City, MO 9.1
EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 9.1
NEW HAVEN ELEM. New Haven, MO 9.1
NORTH ELEM. Ozark, MO 9.1
BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester, MO 9.2

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. ranks #39 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Oak Brook Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Brook Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Oak Brook Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Brook Elem. has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

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

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