Oak Grove Elem. vs West Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 253 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oak Grove Elem.
Poplar Bluff · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
317 students
West Elem.
Jefferson City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
317 students
| Measure | Oak Grove Elem. Poplar Bluff, Missouri | West Elem. Jefferson City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #312 of 1,159 | #703 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #13511 of 50,301 | #27439 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–3 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 317 | 317 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 317 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 37% |
| city | Poplar Bluff | Jefferson City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oak Grove Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.9 vs 46.7).
- •Oak Grove Elem. does better on math proficiency (82% vs 37%).
- •Oak Grove Elem. does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 42%).
- •West Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 100%).
- •West Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.8).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Oak Grove Elem. better than West Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Oak Grove Elem. ranks higher (66.9 vs 46.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Oak Grove Elem. and West Elem.?
About 253 km in a straight line, between Poplar Bluff and Jefferson City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oak Grove Elem.: 317. West Elem.: 317. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oak Grove Elem. and West Elem. rank in Missouri?
Oak Grove Elem. is 312th of 1,159 and West Elem. is 703rd of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).