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#1401 of 2,221 schools in MO
City Garden Montessori Eaec
Elementary School · CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI
1618 Tower Grove Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,401 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#82 of 193
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI
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City Garden Montessori Eaec
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About City Garden Montessori Eaec
City Garden Montessori Eaec is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI. City Garden Montessori Eaec serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
City Garden Montessori Eaec has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,401 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for City Garden Montessori Eaec show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at City Garden Montessori Eaec sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
City Garden Montessori Eaec is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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City Garden Montessori Eaec — Students at City Garden Montessori Eaec score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 11 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How City Garden Montessori Eaec Compares
See how City Garden Montessori Eaec performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1618 Tower Grove Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering City Garden Montessori Eaec may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC (rated 6.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ADAMS ELEM. St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| FOREST PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | — |
| STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis | 0.9 mi | — |
| MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| NAHED CHAPMAN NEW AMERICAN ACA St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| MANN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | — |
| COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BRYAN ELEM. Nevada, MO | 5.7 |
| EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield, MO | 5.7 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway, MO | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage, MO | 5.7 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield, MO | 5.7 |
| HALE COOK ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about City Garden Montessori Eaec
What grades does City Garden Montessori Eaec serve?
City Garden Montessori Eaec serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend City Garden Montessori Eaec?
City Garden Montessori Eaec has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at City Garden Montessori Eaec?
The student-teacher ratio at City Garden Montessori Eaec is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does City Garden Montessori Eaec rank in MO?
City Garden Montessori Eaec ranks #1,401 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is City Garden Montessori Eaec's MySchoolScout rating?
City Garden Montessori Eaec has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 City Garden Montessori Eaec?
Based on loaded state assessment records, City Garden Montessori Eaec has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is City Garden Montessori Eaec a charter school?
Yes, City Garden Montessori Eaec is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is City Garden Montessori Eaec a Title I school?
No, City Garden Montessori Eaec is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for City Garden Montessori Eaec?
49.5% of students at City Garden Montessori Eaec 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
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (314) 664-7646
Resources & Links
District
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI- District Enrollment
- 573
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,483
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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