Below Average
#1941 of 2,221 schools in MO
Walnut Grove Elem.
Elementary School · FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II
1248 N FLORISSANT RD, Ferguson, MO 63135
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,941 of 2,221
In Ferguson
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#16 of 23
FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II
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Walnut Grove Elem.
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About Walnut Grove Elem.
Walnut Grove Elem. is a public elementary school in Ferguson, MO, part of FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II. Walnut Grove Elem. serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,941 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Grove Elem. show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Walnut Grove Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Walnut Grove Elem. — Students at Walnut Grove Elem. score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Walnut Grove Elem. Compares
See how Walnut Grove Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1248 N FLORISSANT RD, Ferguson, MO 63135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Grove Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLESSED TERESA OF CALCUTTA SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ferguson, see our Ferguson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCCLUER HIGH Florissant | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| JOHNSON WABASH 6TH GRADE CTR Ferguson | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| FERGUSON MIDDLE Ferguson | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| LEE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Ferguson | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBINWOOD ELEMENTARY Florissant | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ACKERMAN Florissant | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTHVIEW Florissant | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| BLESSED TERESA OF CALCUTTA SCHOOL Ferguson | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH TECHNICAL Florissant | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE Florissant | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,179
Median Home Value
$95,500
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
19,446
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City, MO | 4.3 |
| B. BANNEKER ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.3 |
| BROWN ELEM. Florissant, MO | 4.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 4.3 |
| EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore, MO | 4.3 |
| ELIOT BATTLE ELEMENTARY Columbia, MO | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Grove Elem.
What grades does Walnut Grove Elem. serve?
Walnut Grove Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Walnut Grove Elem.?
Walnut Grove Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Grove Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Grove Elem. is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Grove Elem. rank in MO?
Walnut Grove Elem. ranks #1,941 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Walnut Grove Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Grove Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Walnut Grove Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Grove Elem. has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Walnut Grove Elem. a charter school?
No, Walnut Grove Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Grove Elem. a Title I school?
No, Walnut Grove Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Grove Elem.?
99.3% of students at Walnut Grove 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (314) 524-8922
Resources & Links
District
FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II- District Enrollment
- 9,336
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,424
- District Rank
- #16 of 23
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