Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Blair Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Blair Oaks Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jefferson City, MO, encompassing approximately 72.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 5.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching 11.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blair Oaks Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Blair Oaks R-II School community is committed to providing a positive learning environment that develops academic skills, self-confidence, and social responsibility.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blair Oaks Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
37%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
46%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blair Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Blair Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Blair Oaks Elementary School?
224 students attend Blair Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Blair Oaks Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blair Oaks Elementary School?
Blair Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blair Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Blair Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blair Oaks Elementary School part of?
Blair Oaks Elementary School is part of Blair Oaks R-II School District.
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