University City School District
School District · University City, Missouri
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,144
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,144
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#213 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,144
+$6,622 vs Missouri median
District size
2,672 students
Much larger than Missouri median
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 6.4/10, University City demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Jackson Park Elem., which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, University City students show an average math proficiency of 20.1% and ELA proficiency of 31.4%.
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 6.4/10. 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?
Jackson Park Elem. is the highest-rated school in University City with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in University City?
Across schools in University City with test data, the average math proficiency is 20.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 31.4%. 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 6.4/10 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 20.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 31.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in MO
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- Independence 30 (31)
- Rockwood R-vi (31)
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- Department of Corrections (20)
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- Park Hill (20)
- Raytown C-2 (20)
- Mehlville R-ix (19)
- Fox C-6 (18)
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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