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#817 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 37% in state

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

7.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#817 of 2,221

In Oak Grove

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

OAK GROVE R-VI

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Grove Elem.

7.0/10

Elementary School in Oak Grove · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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3.9/10

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About Oak Grove Elem.

Oak Grove Elem. is a public elementary school in Oak Grove, MO, part of OAK GROVE R-VI. Oak Grove Elem. serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #817 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Grove Elem. show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,903
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Oak Grove Elem. — Students at Oak Grove Elem. score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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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 MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
50%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
42.9%
2025
Math
40.1%
ELA
47.7%

* 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 Oak Grove Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in MO
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

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

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. JAMES WALKER ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Blue Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Grain Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SNI-A-BAR ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Grain Valley), which scores slightly 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 5.5
OAK GROVE MIDDLE Oak Grove 0.2 mi 3.9
OAK GROVE PRIMARY Oak Grove 0.3 mi 4.9
MATTHEWS ELEM. Grain Valley 4.0 mi 4.6
GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley 4.5 mi 7.2
SNI-A-BAR ELEM. Grain Valley 4.6 mi 7.8
GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 4.9 mi 7.9
STONY POINT ELEM. Grain Valley 5.0 mi 4.1
PRAIRIE BRANCH ELEM. Grain Valley 5.5 mi 7.9
GRAIN VALLEY NORTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley 5.7 mi 8.4
GRAIN VALLEY EARLY CHILDHD CTR Grain Valley 5.7 mi 4.5
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs 7.0 mi 7.0
LONE JACK ELEM. Lone Jack 9.0 mi 7.7
WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs 7.2 mi 5.6
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 7.4 mi 8.1
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 7.5 mi 4.4
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 7.9 mi 7.6
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs 8.2 mi 7.9
LONE JACK HIGH Lone Jack 10.1 mi 7.1
CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs 8.1 mi 6.7

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO 7.0
CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO 7.0
CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 7.0
DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO 7.0
EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO 7.0
EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. El Dorado Springs, MO 7.0

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. ranks #817 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Oak Grove Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Grove Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Grove Elem. has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

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

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