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#826 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 37% in state

Oak Hill Elem.

Elementary School · OAK HILL R-I

6200 S HWY 19, Salem, MO 65560

Enrollment

140

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Salem

#6 of 8

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#448 of 1,202

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very strong

About Oak Hill Elem.

Oak Hill Elem is a regular public elementary school located in Salem, Missouri, in the rural Dent County area. The school serves kindergarten through eighth grade with an enrollment of 140 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. Oak Hill Elem has 12 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing education for its diverse group of learners.

Oak Hill Elem's MySchoolScout Rating is 4.5 out of 10, placing it in the 30th percentile among Missouri schools. The school’s academic score is 3.7 out of 10, indicating there is room for growth and improvement in student proficiency levels. In terms of subject proficiency, 35% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 30% are proficient or above in Math.

The rural setting around Oak Hill Elem provides a close-knit community atmosphere where students can benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from teachers.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 140 students, Oak Hill Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Oak Hill Elem. may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency32%
Expected (poverty-adj.)36%
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,879

Oak Hill Elem. — Students at Oak Hill Elem. score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.3%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Oak Hill Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
63th percentile in MO
Academic
5.1/10
5.1/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
7.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

6200 S HWY 19, Salem, MO 65560

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Hill Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREEN FOREST ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH WOOD ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 7.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMERSVILLE ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 28.0 miles away, in nearby Summersville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SALEM UPPER ELEM. Salem 4.2 mi 7.0
OZARK HILLS SCHOOL Salem 5.0 mi
WM. H. LYNCH ELEM. Salem 5.2 mi 4.2
I CAN TOO LEARNING CENTER Salem 5.1 mi
SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL Salem 5.3 mi 7.6
SALEM SR. HIGH Salem 5.4 mi 5.3
GREEN FOREST ELEM. Salem 6.1 mi 9.1
NORTH WOOD ELEM. Salem 7.7 mi 8.3
DENT-PHELPS ELEM. Salem 12.5 mi 7.2
BUNKER ELEM. Bunker 18.9 mi 3.3
BUNKER HIGH Bunker 18.9 mi 6.6
LICKING HIGH Licking 18.9 mi 6.5
LICKING ELEM. Licking 19.1 mi 6.6
RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. Raymondville 23.3 mi 6.3
PHELPS CO. ELEM. Edgar Springs 22.8 mi 6.0
SUMMERSVILLE HIGH Summersville 27.7 mi 5.8
SUMMERSVILLE ELEM. Summersville 28.0 mi 7.5
STEELVILLE HIGH Steelville 27.5 mi 6.5
Viburnum High Viburnum 23.7 mi 6.0
Viburnum Elementary Viburnum 23.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,423

Median Home Value

$141,700

Median Rent

$625/mo

Population

13,634

College Educated

17.7%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

42.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Oak Hill Elem. has a median household income of $53,423. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,700, with a median rent of $625/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. The average commute for residents is 21 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
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CALEDONIA ELEM. Caledonia, MO 6.8
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GILMAN CITY ELEM. Gilman City, MO 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Hill Elem.

What grades does Oak Hill Elem. serve?

Oak Hill Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Oak Hill Elem.?

Oak Hill Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Elem. is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Hill Elem. rank in MO?

Oak Hill Elem. is ranked #826 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Oak Hill Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Hill Elem. has a composite rating of 6.8 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 Hill Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oak Hill Elem. has 30.3% math proficiency and 35.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Oak Hill Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Oak Hill Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

62.9% of students at Oak Hill 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
High (1,879/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Dent County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

OAK HILL R-I
District Enrollment
140
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,046
District Rank
#1 of 1

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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