Very Good
#576 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 26% in state
F. P. Tillman Elem.
Elementary School · KIRKWOOD R-VII
230 QUAN AVE, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#576 of 2,221
In Kirkwood
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
KIRKWOOD R-VII
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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F. P. Tillman Elem.
Elementary School in Kirkwood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About F. P. Tillman Elem.
F. P. Tillman Elem. is a public elementary school in Kirkwood, MO, part of KIRKWOOD R-VII.
F. P. Tillman Elem. serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
F. P. Tillman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #576 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for F. P. Tillman Elem. show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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F. P. Tillman Elem. — Students at F. P. Tillman Elem. score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How F. P. Tillman Elem. Compares
See how F. P. Tillman Elem. 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
230 QUAN AVE, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering F. P. Tillman Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIRIAM SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Webster Groves), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HUDSON ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kirkwood, see our Kirkwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kirkwood | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. Kirkwood | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| STE GENEVIEVE DU BOIS SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTH KIRKWOOD MIDDLE Kirkwood | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| KIRKWOOD SR. HIGH Kirkwood | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. Kirkwood | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| KIRKWOOD CHILDREN'S HOUSE Kirkwood | 1.3 mi | — |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| WESTCHESTER ELEM. Kirkwood | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| LITZSINGER Ladue | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MIRIAM SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,783
Median Home Value
$449,700
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
41,724
College Educated
70.3%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADRIAN ELEM. Adrian, MO | 7.4 |
| ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.4 |
| CHAPEL LAKES ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 7.4 |
| CLAUDE BROWN ELEMENTARY Troy, MO | 7.4 |
| ELLISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 7.4 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about F. P. Tillman Elem.
What grades does F. P. Tillman Elem. serve?
F. P. Tillman Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend F. P. Tillman Elem.?
F. P. Tillman Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at F. P. Tillman Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at F. P. Tillman Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does F. P. Tillman Elem. rank in MO?
F. P. Tillman Elem. ranks #576 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is F. P. Tillman Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
F. P. Tillman Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 F. P. Tillman Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, F. P. Tillman Elem. has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is F. P. Tillman Elem. a charter school?
No, F. P. Tillman Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is F. P. Tillman Elem. a Title I school?
No, F. P. Tillman Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for F. P. Tillman Elem.?
4.5% of students at F. P. Tillman 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
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (314) 213-6150
Resources & Links
District
KIRKWOOD R-VII- District Enrollment
- 6,096
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,112
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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