Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Park Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
One Community. One Campus. Limitless Learning.
School Rankings
Valley Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Park 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Park Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Park Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Valley Park Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ladue Fifth Grade Center, Kratz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Valley Park Elementary School?
343 students attend Valley Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Valley Park Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Park Elementary School?
Valley Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valley Park Elementary School offer ?
Valley Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Park Elementary School part of?
Valley Park Elementary School is part of Valley Park School District.
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