Below Average
#2004 of 2,221 schools in MO
Valley Park Elem.
Elementary School · VALLEY PARK
1 MAIN ST, Valley Park, MO 63088
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,004 of 2,221
In Valley Park
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
VALLEY PARK
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Valley Park Elem.
Elementary School in Valley Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley Park Elem.
Valley Park Elem. is a public elementary school in Valley Park, MO, part of VALLEY PARK. Valley Park Elem. serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Park Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,004 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Park Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Valley Park Elem. — Students at Valley Park Elem. score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Valley Park Elem. Compares
See how Valley Park 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
1 MAIN ST, Valley Park, MO 63088
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Park Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARRETTS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fenton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HANNA WOODS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Ballwin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Valley Park, see our Valley Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 0.0 mi | 9.2 |
| VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fenton | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTH HIGH Manchester | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| STANTON ELEM. Fenton | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| KELLISON ELEM. Fenton | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin | 2.5 mi | — |
| ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE Fenton | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fenton | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester | 2.8 mi | — |
| BOWLES ELEM. Fenton | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,023
Median Home Value
$231,700
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
8,423
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLE ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 4.1 |
| GRADEN ELEM. Parkville, MO | 4.1 |
| GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| KORTE ELEM. Independence, MO | 4.1 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings, MO | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Park Elem.
What grades does Valley Park Elem. serve?
Valley Park Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Valley Park Elem.?
Valley Park Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Park Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Park Elem. is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Park Elem. rank in MO?
Valley Park Elem. ranks #2,004 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Valley Park Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Park Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Valley Park Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Park Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Valley Park Elem. a charter school?
No, Valley Park Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Park Elem. a Title I school?
No, Valley Park Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Park Elem.?
33.4% of students at Valley Park 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
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (636) 923-3500
Resources & Links
District
VALLEY PARK- District Enrollment
- 789
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,748
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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