Average
#1029 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 46% in state
Barbara Jordan Elem.
Elementary School · UNIVERSITY CITY
1500 N 82nd BLVD, University City, MO 63130
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,029 of 2,221
In University City
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
UNIVERSITY CITY
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Barbara Jordan Elem.
Barbara Jordan Elem. is a public elementary school in University City, MO, part of UNIVERSITY CITY. Barbara Jordan Elem. serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Barbara Jordan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,029 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Barbara Jordan Elem. show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Barbara Jordan 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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Barbara Jordan Elem. — Students at Barbara Jordan Elem. score 30% proficient, which is above 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 MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.3/10.
How Barbara Jordan Elem. Compares
See how Barbara Jordan Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1500 N 82nd BLVD, University City, MO 63130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barbara Jordan Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REED ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE FREEDOM SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in University City, see our University City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE FREEDOM SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| H F EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| H.F. EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WYLAND ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| AGAPE ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 1.5 mi | — |
| ECH SCHOOL AT EVERY CHILDS HOPE St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LOGOS SCHOOL Olivette | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| RITENOUR MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| RITENOUR SR. HIGH St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| REED ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| THE LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Pagedale | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,103
Median Home Value
$285,500
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
29,074
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCHIE ELEMENTARY Archie, MO | 6.6 |
| BLACKBURN ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.6 |
| COL. JOHN B. WYMAN ELEM. Rolla, MO | 6.6 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk, MO | 6.6 |
| HALLSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Hallsville, MO | 6.6 |
| HENRY ELEM. Clinton, MO | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barbara Jordan Elem.
What grades does Barbara Jordan Elem. serve?
Barbara Jordan Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Barbara Jordan Elem.?
Barbara Jordan Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barbara Jordan Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Barbara Jordan Elem. is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barbara Jordan Elem. rank in MO?
Barbara Jordan Elem. ranks #1,029 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Barbara Jordan Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Barbara Jordan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Barbara Jordan Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barbara Jordan Elem. has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Barbara Jordan Elem. a charter school?
No, Barbara Jordan Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barbara Jordan Elem. a Title I school?
No, Barbara Jordan Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barbara Jordan Elem.?
100.0% of students at Barbara Jordan 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (314) 290-4361
Resources & Links
District
UNIVERSITY CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,672
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,144
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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