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#193 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 9% in state

Valley Park Elem.

Elementary School · VALLEY PARK

1 MAIN ST, Valley Park, MO 63088

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Valley Park

#2 of 3

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#130 of 1,202

In district

#2 of 3

VALLEY PARK

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Valley Park Elem.

Valley Park Elem. is a public elementary school in Valley Park, MO, part of the VALLEY PARK. The school serves approximately 389 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.3th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 40% proficiency in math and 42% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,023, where 48% 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 Progress9.0Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.2 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)47%
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,324

Valley Park Elem. — Students at Valley Park Elem. score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Valley Park Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in MO
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
9.0/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

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 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Manchester), with a very similar rating. Another option is UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fenton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WREN HOLLOW ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Ballwin), with a very similar rating. 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 8.4
VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park 0.0 mi 5.5
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 6.7
CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester 2.2 mi 6.7
HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin 2.1 mi 7.3
BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester 2.1 mi 8.1
STANTON ELEM. Fenton 2.2 mi 6.5
ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton 2.4 mi 7.3
UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton 2.0 mi 8.1
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin 2.2 mi 6.6
WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin 2.3 mi 8.1
KELLISON ELEM. Fenton 2.7 mi 6.9
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin 2.5 mi
ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE Fenton 2.8 mi 5.4
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 5.7

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Valley Park Elem. has a median household income of $62,023. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $231,700, with a median rent of $1,319/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 22 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
EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore, MO 8.3
ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO 8.3
GOODMAN ELEM. Goodman, MO 8.3
Maple Elementary Smithville, MO 8.3
WALT DISNEY ELEM. Springfield, MO 8.3
WATKINS ELEM. Springfield, MO 8.3

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. is ranked #193 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Valley Park Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Valley Park Elem. has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Valley Park Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Valley Park Elem. has 40.3% math proficiency and 42.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

VALLEY PARK
District Enrollment
789
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,748
District Rank
#2 of 3

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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