Serving 220 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blair Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blair Oaks Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blair Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blair Oaks Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 2092 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blair Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Blair Oaks Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Blair Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Blair Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, South 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?
220 students attend Blair Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Blair Oaks Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair Oaks Elementary School?
Blair Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blair Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Blair Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
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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