University City School District
School District · University City, Missouri
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,144
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,144
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Evaluating University City?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge University City as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Flynn Park Elem.
University City · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
University City Sr. High
University City · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Barbara Jordan Elem.
University City · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#341 of 462
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,144
+$6,617 vs Missouri median
District size
2,672 students
Much larger than Missouri median
The short answer
University City ranks #341 of 462 Missouri districts by overall school rating. University City's schools with real test data average 5.7/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Flynn Park Elem. (7.6/10), University City Sr. High (6.8/10), and Barbara Jordan Elem. (6.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in University City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flynn Park Elem. | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | University City Sr. High | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Barbara Jordan Elem. | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Jackson Park Elem. | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Pershing Elem. | 4.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Brittany Woods | 3.8 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About University City
University City is a University City, Missouri school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,672 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. The district invests $19,144 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, University City demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Flynn Park Elem., which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, University City students show an average math proficiency of 30.8% and ELA proficiency of 37.5%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in University City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in University City with test data.
Schools in University City
7 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- University City
- Total Enrollment
- 2,672
- Teachers (FTE)
- 228
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in University City?
University City has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for University City?
The average composite rating for University City is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in University City?
University City spends $19,144 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in University City?
The average student-teacher ratio in University City is 11.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in University City?
Flynn Park Elem. is the highest-rated school in University City with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in University City?
Across schools in University City with test data, the average math proficiency is 30.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 37.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does University City compare to other districts in Missouri?
University City has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 30.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 37.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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