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Oak Grove Elem.

Elementary School · POPLAR BLUFF R-I

3297 OAK GROVE ROAD, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Enrollment

324

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

1st – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,678 of 2,221

In Poplar Bluff

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

POPLAR BLUFF R-I

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Grove Elem.

5.1/10

Elementary School in Poplar Bluff · grades 1st – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Oak Grove Elem.

Oak Grove Elem. is a public elementary school in Poplar Bluff, MO, part of POPLAR BLUFF R-I. Oak Grove Elem. serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,678 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Grove Elem. show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-7.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+32.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,411
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Oak Grove Elem. — Students at Oak Grove Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
52%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
72.1%
ELA
59.1%
2025
Math
59.4%
ELA
56.8%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Oak Grove Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in MO
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 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

3297 OAK GROVE ROAD, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Grove Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEELYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Neelyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poplar Bluff, see our Poplar Bluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff 0.2 mi 3.7
WESTWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Poplar Bluff 0.9 mi 4.8
POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff 1.5 mi 3.5
POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. Poplar Bluff 1.6 mi 4.9
SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 2.0 mi 4.0
O'NEAL ELEM. Poplar Bluff 2.0 mi 5.0
POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 2.7 mi 5.7
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 3.1 mi 6.9
POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH Poplar Bluff 3.1 mi 3.7
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff 3.7 mi 6.7
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff 4.4 mi 4.1
SIERRA-OSAGE TREATMENT CTR. Poplar Bluff 5.7 mi
W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. Poplar Bluff 5.9 mi 6.3
LAKE ROAD ELEM. Poplar Bluff 6.7 mi 4.5
HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell 9.7 mi 6.7
WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. Williamsville 13.9 mi 7.2
NEELYVILLE ELEM. Neelyville 15.9 mi 8.0
NEELYVILLE HIGH Neelyville 16.0 mi 7.1
TWIN RIVERS HIGH Broseley 14.0 mi 6.8
FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk 13.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,979

Median Home Value

$143,200

Median Rent

$785/mo

Population

34,920

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.9%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Grove Elem.

What grades does Oak Grove Elem. serve?

Oak Grove Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.

How many students attend Oak Grove Elem.?

Oak Grove Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elem. is 13.5:1. 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 #1,678 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Oak Grove Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Grove Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Grove Elem. has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% 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.?

100.0% 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Butler County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

POPLAR BLUFF R-I
District Enrollment
5,074
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,411
District Rank
#2 of 9

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