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Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.

Elementary School · WEBSTER GROVES

701 N ROCK HILL RD, St. Louis, MO 63119

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,600 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#99 of 193

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

WEBSTER GROVES

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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5.3/10

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About Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.

Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. is a public elementary school in St.

Louis, MO, part of WEBSTER GROVES. Dr. Henry Givens Jr.

Elem. serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Henry Givens Jr.

Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,600 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Dr. Henry Givens Jr.

Elem. show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 8.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,734
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. — Students at Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
50.6%
ELA
58.1%
2025
Math
49.6%
ELA
49.2%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. Compares

See how Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in MO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

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

701 N ROCK HILL RD, St. Louis, MO 63119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AVERY ELEM. (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCGRATH ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRISTOL ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 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
MIRIAM SCHOOL Webster Groves 0.4 mi 8.2
GREAT CIRCLE EDGEWOOD CHILDREN'S CENTER St. Louis 0.5 mi 7.1
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ST LOUIS St. Louis 0.5 mi 6.6
HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis 0.5 mi 8.1
FAITH ACADEMY St. Louis 0.8 mi
BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis 0.9 mi 8.5
WALTER AMBROSE FAMILY CENTER St. Louis 0.9 mi 2.9
MCGRATH ELEM. Brentwood 1.1 mi 9.3
BRENTWOOD EARLY CHILDHD CENTER Brentwood 1.1 mi 5.3
ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Brentwood 1.1 mi 6.5
BRENTWOOD MIDDLE Brentwood 1.3 mi 9.6
BRENTWOOD HIGH Brentwood 1.3 mi 8.0
HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Webster Groves 1.3 mi 4.7
AVERY ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 9.5
WEBSTER GROVES HIGH St. Louis 1.4 mi 8.2
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Webster Groves 1.6 mi 5.3
NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood 1.3 mi 5.7
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Brentwood 1.4 mi 6.3
ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 7.5
HIXSON MIDDLE St. Louis 1.8 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,287

Median Home Value

$330,800

Median Rent

$1,275/mo

Population

34,574

College Educated

64.4%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.

What grades does Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. serve?

Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.?

Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. rank in MO?

Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. ranks #1,600 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. a charter school?

No, Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. a Title I school?

No, Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elem.?

32.5% of students at Dr. Henry Givens Jr. 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

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

WEBSTER GROVES
District Enrollment
4,366
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,734
District Rank
#8 of 9

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