WALNUT GROVE ELEM.

WALNUT GROVE ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II school district, located in FERGUSON, MO with about 474 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, WALNUT GROVE ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Walnut Grove Elementary School is located at 1248 N. Florissant Rd. in Ferguson, Missouri, and serves students within the Ferguson-Florissant School District. The school is situated in a historically significant area of North St. Louis County and functions as a foundational institution for the local community, focusing on early childhood and primary education. As part of a diverse and large school district, the school aims to provide a structured academic environment that supports student development through core curriculum subjects, social-emotional learning, and community engagement.

The school operates within a district that has navigated significant regional challenges, leading to a strong emphasis on equity, student support services, and community outreach. Walnut Grove is designed to be a neighborhood hub, emphasizing the importance of parent-teacher partnerships and local involvement to enhance the student experience. By leveraging the resources of the Ferguson-Florissant district, the school strives to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to middle school while fostering a sense of belonging within the immediate Ferguson community.

For more information, contact WALNUT GROVE ELEM. at (314) 524-8922 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.