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Below Average

#1832 of 2,216 schools in MO

Oak Grove Elem.

Elementary School · OAK GROVE R-VI

601 SE 12TH STREET, Oak Grove, MO 64075

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

3rd – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Oak Grove

#2 of 4

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#950 of 1,202

In district

#2 of 4

OAK GROVE R-VI

About Oak Grove Elem.

Oak Grove Elem is a regular public elementary school serving students in third through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 442 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.3:1, Oak Grove Elem provides a supportive learning environment with 31 full-time equivalent teachers. Located in the heart of a large suburban area in Jackson County, Missouri, the school is situated at 601 SE 12th Street.

Oak Grove Elem's academic performance shows room for improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranking 40th percentile among schools in Missouri. The ELA/Reading proficiency rate stands at 53%, while the Math proficiency is 40%. Despite these numbers, Oak Grove Elem remains committed to student development and offers opportunities for growth.

The school's setting within a large suburban area provides students with a variety of resources and community support, fostering a nurturing environment for learning and personal growth.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency44%
Expected (poverty-adj.)47%
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.7Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,329

Oak Grove Elem. — Students at Oak Grove Elem. score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Oak Grove Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
17th percentile in MO
Academic
6.7/10
6.7/10
Growth
4.3/10
Below average
Environment
3.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

601 SE 12TH STREET, Oak Grove, MO 64075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Grove Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SNI-A-BAR ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Grain Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is LONE JACK ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Lone Jack), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MATTHEWS ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Grain Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oak Grove, see our Oak Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
OAK GROVE HIGH Oak Grove 0.2 mi 4.3
OAK GROVE MIDDLE Oak Grove 0.2 mi 5.5
OAK GROVE PRIMARY Oak Grove 0.3 mi 4.7
MATTHEWS ELEM. Grain Valley 4.0 mi 7.3
GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley 4.5 mi 7.3
SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley 4.6 mi 8.8
GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 4.9 mi 7.8
STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley 5.0 mi 6.0
PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley 5.5 mi 7.0
GRAIN VALLEY NORTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 5.7 mi 7.7
GRAIN VALLEY EARLY CHILDHD CTR Grain Valley 5.7 mi 6.8
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs 7.0 mi 4.2
LONE JACK ELEM. Lone Jack 9.0 mi 7.7
WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs 7.2 mi 3.9
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 7.4 mi 5.6
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 7.5 mi 5.5
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 7.9 mi 5.8
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs 8.2 mi 6.2
LONE JACK HIGH Lone Jack 10.1 mi 3.8
CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs 8.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,825

Median Home Value

$233,400

Median Rent

$980/mo

Population

11,979

College Educated

19.9%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

41.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Oak Grove Elem. has a median household income of $80,825. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,400, with a median rent of $980/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 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
BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton, MO 4.9
BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO 4.9
EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville, MO 4.9
GRANBY Granby, MO 4.9
HOUSE SPRINGS ELEM. House Springs, MO 4.9
PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. Kansas City, MO 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Grove Elem.

What grades does Oak Grove Elem. serve?

Oak Grove Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Oak Grove Elem.?

Oak Grove Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elem. is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Grove Elem. rank in MO?

Oak Grove Elem. is ranked #1832 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Oak Grove Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Grove Elem. has a composite rating of 4.9 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 Grove Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oak Grove Elem. has 40.3% math proficiency and 53.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Oak Grove Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Oak Grove Elem. a Title I school?

No, Oak Grove Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Grove Elem.?

33.9% of students at Oak 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.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (1,420/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Oak Grove). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

OAK GROVE R-VI
District Enrollment
1,986
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,903
District Rank
#2 of 4

How We Rate Schools

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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