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#1470 of 2,221 schools in MO
Parkwood Elem.
Elementary School · PATTONVILLE R-III
3199 PARKWOOD LN, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,470 of 2,221
In Maryland Heights
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
PATTONVILLE R-III
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Parkwood Elem.
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About Parkwood Elem.
Parkwood Elem. is a public elementary school in Maryland Heights, MO, part of PATTONVILLE R-III. Parkwood Elem. serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,470 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Parkwood Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Parkwood Elem. — Students at Parkwood Elem. score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Parkwood Elem. Compares
See how Parkwood Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3199 PARKWOOD LN, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkwood Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSE ACRES ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUDER ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby St. Ann), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maryland Heights, see our Maryland Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Maryland Heights | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PATTONVILLE SR. HIGH Maryland Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ROSE ACRES ELEM. Maryland Heights | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PATTONVILLE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Maryland Heights | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| TRADITIONAL SCH. Maryland Heights | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE Maryland Heights | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PATTONVILLE Early CHol St. Louis | 2.2 mi | — |
| HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ROBERT DRUMMOND ELEM. St. Ann | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF GREATER ST LOUIS St. Louis | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WEST MIDDLE Hazelwood | 3.3 mi | 1.9 |
| MCKELVEY PRIMARY St. Louis | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HOECH MIDDLE St. Ann | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CRAIG ELEM. St. Louis | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| BUDER ELEM. St. Ann | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTH HIGH St. Louis | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WILLOW BROOK ELEM. Creve Coeur | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hazelwood | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,050
Median Home Value
$215,900
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
21,651
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon, MO | 5.6 |
| BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley, MO | 5.6 |
| BLOOMSDALE ELEM. Bloomsdale, MO | 5.6 |
| BROOKSIDE CHARTER ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.6 |
| BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. Grandview, MO | 5.6 |
| CABOOL ELEM. Cabool, MO | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkwood Elem.
What grades does Parkwood Elem. serve?
Parkwood Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Parkwood Elem.?
Parkwood Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkwood Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkwood 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 Parkwood Elem. rank in MO?
Parkwood Elem. ranks #1,470 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Parkwood Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Parkwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Parkwood Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkwood Elem. has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Parkwood Elem. a charter school?
No, Parkwood Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkwood Elem. a Title I school?
No, Parkwood Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkwood Elem.?
45.7% of students at Parkwood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (314) 213-8015
Resources & Links
District
PATTONVILLE R-III- District Enrollment
- 6,128
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,871
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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