Serving 218 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 lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blair Oaks Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blair Oaks Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
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 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?
218 students attend Blair Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Blair Oaks Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% 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 12:1, which is lower 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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