Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oak Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
10%
15%
White
61%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carden Park Elementary School, Ellison Elementary School, Buchanan Co. Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
502 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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