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#2166 of 2,221 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
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,166 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#182 of 193
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
RIVERVIEW GARDENS
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About Danforth Elem.
Danforth Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of RIVERVIEW GARDENS. Danforth Elem. serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Danforth Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,166 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Danforth Elem. show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Danforth 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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Danforth Elem. — Students at Danforth Elem. score 2% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.2/10.
How Danforth Elem. Compares
See how Danforth Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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. STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 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 | 3.2 |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| 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 | 4.1 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| HERZOG ELEM. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 1.6 mi | — |
| RIVERVIEW GARDENS SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| KOCH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| KENNETH C. HANRAHAN ELEM. Jennings | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SALEM UPPER ELEM. Salem, MO | 3.3 |
| ADVANCE ELEM. Advance, MO | 3.2 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
| KEEVEN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings, MO | 3.2 |
| CENTER ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 3.4 |
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. ranks #2,166 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Danforth Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Danforth Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Danforth Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Danforth Elem. has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (314) 868-9524
Resources & Links
District
RIVERVIEW GARDENS- District Enrollment
- 5,100
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,486
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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