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#201 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 9% in state

Ostmann Elem.

Elementary School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

200 MERIWETHER LEWIS DR, O'fallon, MO 63368

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In O'fallon

#5 of 18

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#132 of 1,202

In district

#10 of 25

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Ostmann Elem.

Ostmann Elem. is a public elementary school in O'fallon, MO, part of the FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 399 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 91st percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 63% proficiency in math and 70% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $118,811, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.8 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency72%
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)58%
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,920

Ostmann Elem. — Students at Ostmann Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.3%
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
66%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
72%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Ostmann Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
91th percentile in MO
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
7.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

Location

200 MERIWETHER LEWIS DR, O'fallon, MO 63368

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ostmann Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is EMGE ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby St. Peters), with a very similar rating. For more schools in O'fallon, see our O'fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
OAKHAVEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie 0.4 mi 5.4
TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. O'Fallon 0.6 mi 8.0
DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon 1.2 mi 7.3
EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon 1.3 mi 7.9
FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE O'Fallon 1.5 mi 7.9
ROCK CREEK ELEM. O'Fallon 1.9 mi 5.9
PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon 1.7 mi 6.7
CROSSROADS ELEM. Dardenne Prairie 1.6 mi 6.3
FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon 2.0 mi 8.5
JOHN WELDON ELEM. Dardenne Prairie 2.5 mi 7.5
BARFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR O'Fallon 2.1 mi 7.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie 2.1 mi 4.9
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY O'Fallon 2.6 mi 6.8
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. O'Fallon 2.2 mi 6.1
FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH MIDDLE St. Peters 2.4 mi 7.0
Boonslick St. Peters 2.5 mi
ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon 3.1 mi 4.1
ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon 3.1 mi 3.9
PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. St. Peters 2.6 mi 7.9
FT. ZUMWALT NORTH MIDDLE O'Fallon 3.1 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,811

Median Home Value

$327,700

Median Rent

$1,442/mo

Population

45,862

College Educated

48.7%

Homeownership

81.4%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

38.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ostmann Elem. has a median household income of $118,811. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $327,700, with a median rent of $1,442/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 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
BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO 8.2
BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO 8.2
COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville, MO 8.2
CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO 8.2
EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie, MO 8.2
FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings, MO 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ostmann Elem.

What grades does Ostmann Elem. serve?

Ostmann Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ostmann Elem.?

Ostmann Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ostmann Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Ostmann 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 Ostmann Elem. rank in MO?

Ostmann Elem. is ranked #201 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Ostmann Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Ostmann Elem. has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Ostmann Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ostmann Elem. has 63.3% math proficiency and 70.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ostmann Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Ostmann Elem. a Title I school?

No, Ostmann Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

5.0% of students at Ostmann 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (544/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (O'fallon). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
16,829
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,648
District Rank
#10 of 25

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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