Below Average
#1981 of 2,221 schools in MO
Compton-drew Ilc Middle
Middle School · ST. LOUIS CITY
5130 OAKLAND AVE, St. Louis, MO 63110
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,981 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#147 of 193
public schools
In district
#48 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
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Compton-drew Ilc Middle
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About Compton-drew Ilc Middle
Compton-drew Ilc Middle is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
Compton-drew Ilc Middle serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Compton-drew Ilc Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,981 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Compton-drew Ilc Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Compton-drew Ilc Middle 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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Compton-drew Ilc Middle — Students at Compton-drew Ilc Middle score 12% 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 MAP (2023-24)
Based on 29 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: 4.3/10.
How Compton-drew Ilc Middle Compares
See how Compton-drew Ilc Middle 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
5130 OAKLAND AVE, St. Louis, MO 63110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Compton-drew Ilc Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MASON ELEM. (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 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | — |
| FOREST PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ADAMS ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MASON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| THE BIOME St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| HERMANN MIDDLE Hermann, MO | 4.2 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 4.3 |
| KELLY A BURLISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredericktown, MO | 4.3 |
| LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| ARCADIA VALLEY MIDDLE Ironton, MO | 4.0 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Compton-drew Ilc Middle
What grades does Compton-drew Ilc Middle serve?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Compton-drew Ilc Middle?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Compton-drew Ilc Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Compton-drew Ilc Middle is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Compton-drew Ilc Middle rank in MO?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle ranks #1,981 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Compton-drew Ilc Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Compton-drew Ilc Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Compton-drew Ilc Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Compton-drew Ilc Middle a charter school?
No, Compton-drew Ilc Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Compton-drew Ilc Middle a Title I school?
No, Compton-drew Ilc Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Compton-drew Ilc Middle?
100.0% of students at Compton-drew Ilc Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.1%
- Phone
- (314) 652-9282
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #48 of 63
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