Serving 231 students in grades 3-5, Blair Oaks Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blair Oaks Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blair Oaks Intermediate's student population of 231 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blair Oaks Intermediate ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blair Oaks Intermediate is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
97%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blair Oaks Intermediate's ranking?
Blair Oaks Intermediate is ranked #58 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Blair Oaks Intermediate?
231 students attend Blair Oaks Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Blair Oaks Intermediate students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair Oaks Intermediate?
Blair Oaks Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blair Oaks Intermediate offer ?
Blair Oaks Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Blair Oaks Intermediate part of?
Blair Oaks Intermediate is part of Blair Oaks R-II School District.
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