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#1142 of 2,221 schools in MO
West Elem.
Elementary School · CENTRAL R-III
403 W FITE ST, Park Hills, MO 63601
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,142 of 2,221
In Park Hills
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
CENTRAL R-III
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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West Elem.
Elementary School in Park Hills · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Elem.
West Elem. is a public elementary school in Park Hills, MO, part of CENTRAL R-III. West Elem. serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,142 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for West Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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West Elem. — Students at West Elem. score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
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
→ 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: 7.7/10.
How West Elem. Compares
See how West Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
403 W FITE ST, Park Hills, MO 63601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST COUNTY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFERSON ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Park Hills, see our Park Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills | 2.5 mi | — |
| NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
| WEST COUNTY HIGH Park Hills | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| WEST COUNTY MIDDLE Park Hills | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST COUNTY ELEM. Park Hills | 4.5 mi | 8.5 |
| NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck | 6.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BISMARCK R-V HIGH Bismarck | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington | 6.8 mi | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington | 7.3 mi | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington | 7.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington | 7.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,798
Median Home Value
$114,400
Median Rent
$734/mo
Population
16,434
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.4 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis, MO | 6.4 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin, MO | 6.4 |
| EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie, MO | 6.4 |
| EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair, MO | 6.4 |
| GLENDALE ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Elem.
What grades does West Elem. serve?
West Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend West Elem.?
West Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at West Elem. is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Elem. rank in MO?
West Elem. ranks #1,142 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is West Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
West Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 West Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is West Elem. a charter school?
No, West Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Elem. a Title I school?
No, West Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Elem.?
59.5% of students at West 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Francois County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.5%
- Phone
- (573) 431-2616
Resources & Links
District
CENTRAL R-III- District Enrollment
- 2,092
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,368
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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