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#1838 of 2,216 schools in MO

Oak Hill Elem.

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

4300 MORGANFORD RD, St. Louis, MO 63116

Enrollment

219

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#113 of 147

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#955 of 1,202

In district

#54 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Oak Hill Elem.

Oak Hill Elem is a regular public elementary school located in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Oak Hill offers a warm and supportive educational environment with an enrollment of 219 students.

The student-to-teacher ratio at the school is 12.2:1, which allows for personalized attention and support for each child. Oak Hill Elem focuses on fostering a nurturing community where every student can grow and develop their unique strengths. While the academic performance data indicates room for improvement—MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and state ranking at #1740 out of 2234 schools in Missouri—the school remains committed to providing a strong foundation in core subjects like ELA/Reading and Math, where currently only about 14% of students are proficient or above.

Located in the bustling city of St. Louis, Oak Hill Elem benefits from being part of an urban community that offers diverse opportunities for learning and engagement beyond the classroom.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.29 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency12%
Overall Proficiency10%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,843

Oak Hill Elem. — Students at Oak Hill Elem. score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.8%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 13.7%
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
22%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Oak Hill Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
17th percentile in MO
Academic
2.5/10
2.5/10
Growth
4.4/10
Below average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers

Location

4300 MORGANFORD RD, St. Louis, MO 63116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Hill Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis 0.2 mi 4.4
LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. St. Louis 0.6 mi 5.9
MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis 0.9 mi 7.7
BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis 0.9 mi 8.8
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis 1.1 mi 8.8
MANN ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 6.2
CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.3
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis 1.1 mi 7.6
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE St. Louis 1.1 mi 8.2
ST MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 7.2
BUDER ELEM. St. Louis 1.0 mi 5.6
SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.8
PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 5.5
ST STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 6.2
Woerner Elem St. Louis 1.4 mi 4.6
TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis 1.5 mi 7.8
ST CECILIA SCHOOL St. Louis 1.6 mi 6.9
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis 1.6 mi 6.7
SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.0
WOODWARD ELEM. St. Louis 1.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,193

Median Home Value

$161,100

Median Rent

$946/mo

Population

42,470

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

36.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Oak Hill Elem. has a median household income of $60,193. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,100, with a median rent of $946/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.5%. The average commute for residents is 23 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
HERMANN ELEM. Hermann, MO 4.9
JONESBURG ELEM. Jonesburg, MO 4.9
NAYLOR ELEM. Naylor, MO 4.9
NEW HAVEN ELEM. Columbia, MO 4.9
CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton, MO 5.0
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Monroe City, MO 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Hill Elem.

What grades does Oak Hill Elem. serve?

Oak Hill Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oak Hill Elem.?

Oak Hill Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Elem. is 12.2:1. 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 #1838 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Oak Hill Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Hill 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 Hill Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oak Hill Elem. has 13.8% math proficiency and 13.7% 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.?

100.0% 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 (7,108/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#54 of 63

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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