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#1639 of 2,221 schools in MO
Adams Elem.
Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY
1311 TOWER GROVE AVE, St. Louis, MO 63110
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,639 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#103 of 193
public schools
In district
#30 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Adams Elem.
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About Adams Elem.
Adams Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
Adams Elem. serves approximately 155 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Adams Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,639 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Adams Elem. show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 155 students, Adams Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
35% of students at Adams Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Adams Elem. — Students at Adams Elem. score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Adams Elem. Compares
See how Adams Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1311 TOWER GROVE AVE, St. Louis, MO 63110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adams Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FOREST PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.3 mi | — |
| STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | — |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| NAHED CHAPMAN NEW AMERICAN ACA St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis | 1.3 mi | — |
| METRO HIGH St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MANN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,809
Median Home Value
$314,600
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
17,725
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEETON ELEM. Leeton, MO | 5.2 |
| MACKS CREEK ELEM. Macks Creek, MO | 5.2 |
| Marthasville Elementary Marthasville, MO | 5.2 |
| RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Doniphan, MO | 5.2 |
| SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.2 |
| BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck, MO | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adams Elem.
What grades does Adams Elem. serve?
Adams Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Adams Elem.?
Adams Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Adams Elem. is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adams Elem. rank in MO?
Adams Elem. ranks #1,639 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Adams Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Adams Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adams Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adams Elem. has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Adams Elem. a charter school?
No, Adams Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adams Elem. a Title I school?
No, Adams Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams Elem.?
100.0% of students at Adams Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 155
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (314) 535-3910
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #30 of 63
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