Green Pines Elementary School

16543 Green Pines Dr
Ballwin, MO 63011
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Green Pines Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10% in MO
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Green Pines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Green Pines Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We do whatever it takes to ensure all students realize their potential.
Average Class Size
25 students

School Rankings

Green Pines Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Pines Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#129 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
62%
40%
64%
43%
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
(22-23)
10.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Green Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Green Pines Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Green Pines Elementary School?
423 students attend Green Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Green Pines Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Pines Elementary School?
Green Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Green Pines Elementary School offer ?
Green Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Pines Elementary School part of?
Green Pines Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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