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#1125 of 2,221 schools in MO
Bierbaum Elem.
Elementary School · MEHLVILLE R-IX
2050 UNION RD, St. Louis, MO 63125
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,125 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#62 of 193
public schools
In district
#14 of 18
MEHLVILLE R-IX
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Bierbaum Elem.
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About Bierbaum Elem.
Bierbaum Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of MEHLVILLE R-IX. Bierbaum Elem. serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Bierbaum Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,125 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Bierbaum Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bierbaum Elem. — Students at Bierbaum Elem. score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 8.0/10.
How Bierbaum Elem. Compares
See how Bierbaum 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
2050 UNION RD, St. Louis, MO 63125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bierbaum Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSAIC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAYLESS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| At Home Academy St. Louis | 1.2 mi | — |
| MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| HANCOCK PLACE MIDDLE Lemay | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HANCOCK SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| AFFTON HIGH St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| MESNIER PRIMARY SCH. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| COR JESU ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST SIMON THE APOSTLE St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| DRESSEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BERNARD MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,683
Median Home Value
$166,200
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
32,701
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis, MO | 6.4 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin, MO | 6.4 |
| EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie, MO | 6.4 |
| EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair, MO | 6.4 |
| GLENDALE ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.4 |
| HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bierbaum Elem.
What grades does Bierbaum Elem. serve?
Bierbaum Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bierbaum Elem.?
Bierbaum Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bierbaum Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bierbaum Elem. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bierbaum Elem. rank in MO?
Bierbaum Elem. ranks #1,125 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bierbaum Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bierbaum Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Bierbaum Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bierbaum Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bierbaum Elem. a charter school?
No, Bierbaum Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bierbaum Elem. a Title I school?
No, Bierbaum Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bierbaum Elem.?
46.4% of students at Bierbaum 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
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (314) 467-5500
Resources & Links
District
MEHLVILLE R-IX- District Enrollment
- 10,162
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,165
- District Rank
- #14 of 18
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