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Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

815 ANN AVE, St. Louis, MO 63104

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,143 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#63 of 193

public schools

In district

#10 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies

6.4/10

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About Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies

Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST.

LOUIS CITY. Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,143 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Dewey Sch.-internat'l.

Studies show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.6 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,979
Chronic Absenteeism30.6%

Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies — Students at Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
31.7%
ELA
24.1%
2025
Math
35.5%
ELA
18.5%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies Compares

See how Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in MO
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

815 ANN AVE, St. Louis, MO 63104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FORSYTH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MRH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Richmond Heights), 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
WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis 0.7 mi 6.3
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis 0.6 mi 6.2
THE WILSON SCHOOL Clayton 0.8 mi 8.2
THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON St. Louis 0.9 mi 9.1
FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.0 mi 8.8
WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton 0.9 mi 7.6
MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights 0.9 mi 8.7
RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton 0.9 mi 8.7
ST ROCH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.4 mi 7.7
A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 1.4 mi
GIANT STEPS OF ST LOUIS Maplewood 1.4 mi
MASON ELEM. St. Louis 1.6 mi 7.8
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton 1.5 mi 7.5
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis 1.7 mi 6.0
HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.6
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis 1.4 mi 6.9
MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH Maplewood 1.7 mi 7.7
MRH MIDDLE Maplewood 1.7 mi 6.4
GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton 1.6 mi 6.3
CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.8 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,127

Median Home Value

$249,500

Median Rent

$1,054/mo

Population

18,701

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

48.2%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies

What grades does Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies serve?

Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies?

Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies?

The student-teacher ratio at Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies rank in MO?

Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies ranks #1,143 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies's MySchoolScout rating?

Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies 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 Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies a charter school?

No, Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies a Title I school?

No, Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies?

100.0% of students at Dewey Sch.-internat'l. Studies 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

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#10 of 63

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