Below Average
#2034 of 2,216 schools in MO
Danforth Elem.
Elementary School · RIVERVIEW GARDENS
1134 St. Cyr Rd St. Louis Mo, St. Louis, MO 63137
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Louis
#131 of 147
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#1,085 of 1,202
In district
#5 of 13
RIVERVIEW GARDENS
About Danforth Elem.
Danforth Elem, a regular public elementary school in St. Louis, Missouri, serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 255 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.9:1, the school provides personalized attention to its young learners.
Danforth Elem has 16 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting their academic journey. Academically, Danforth Elem is ranked #2216 out of 2234 schools in Missouri, placing it in the 1st percentile statewide. The MySchoolScout rating reflects this with a score of 2.1/10 and an academic performance score of 1.0/10.
Students show proficiency rates of 6% for ELA/Reading and 2% for Math across all grades, indicating areas where the school is focusing on improvement. Located in a large suburban area, Danforth Elem benefits from its community setting, offering students a familiar and supportive neighborhood environment as they navigate their early years of education.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Danforth Elem. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Danforth Elem. — Students at Danforth Elem. score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
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 6 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: 6.4/10.
How Danforth Elem. Compares
See how Danforth Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 2.5% (2019) to 2.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 12% (2019) to 2.5% (2022).
Location
1134 St. Cyr Rd St. Louis Mo, St. Louis, MO 63137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Danforth Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERZOG ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| HERZOG ELEM. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 1.6 mi | — |
| RIVERVIEW GARDENS SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| KOCH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| KENNETH C. HANRAHAN ELEM. Jennings | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,597
Median Home Value
$79,400
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
19,690
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
38.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Danforth Elem. has a median household income of $45,597. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $79,400, with a median rent of $1,017/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BILLINGS ELEM. Billings, MO | 4.2 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker, MO | 4.2 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Warrenton, MO | 4.2 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Hannibal, MO | 4.2 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk, MO | 4.2 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin, MO | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Danforth Elem.
What grades does Danforth Elem. serve?
Danforth Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Danforth Elem.?
Danforth Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Danforth Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Danforth Elem. is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Danforth Elem. rank in MO?
Danforth Elem. is ranked #2034 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Danforth Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Danforth Elem. has a composite rating of 4.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Danforth Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Danforth Elem. has 2.5% math proficiency and 5.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Danforth Elem. a charter school?
No, Danforth Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Danforth Elem. a Title I school?
No, Danforth Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Danforth Elem.?
100.0% of students at Danforth 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (7,108/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 868-9524
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
RIVERVIEW GARDENS- District Enrollment
- 5,100
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,486
- District Rank
- #5 of 13
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