Very Good
#519 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 23% in state
Flynn Park Elem.
Elementary School · UNIVERSITY CITY
7220 WATERMAN AVE, University City, MO 63130
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#519 of 2,221
In University City
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
UNIVERSITY CITY
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Flynn Park Elem.
Elementary School in University City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Flynn Park Elem.
Flynn Park Elem. is a public elementary school in University City, MO, part of UNIVERSITY CITY. Flynn Park Elem. serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Flynn Park Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #519 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Flynn Park Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Flynn Park Elem. — Students at Flynn Park Elem. score 40% proficient, which is above 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 MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 7.0/10.
How Flynn Park Elem. Compares
See how Flynn Park 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
7220 WATERMAN AVE, University City, MO 63130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Flynn Park Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERAMEC ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Clayton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORSYTH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in University City, see our University City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.5 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| JULIA GOLDSTEIN EARLY CHILD. University City | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 0.9 mi | — |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| PERSHING ELEM. University City | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| AGAPE ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| MERAMEC ELEM. Clayton | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| THE WILSON SCHOOL Clayton | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,103
Median Home Value
$285,500
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
29,074
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO | 7.6 |
| BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield, MO | 7.6 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 7.6 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.6 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Flynn Park Elem.
What grades does Flynn Park Elem. serve?
Flynn Park Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Flynn Park Elem.?
Flynn Park Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Flynn Park Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Flynn Park Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Flynn Park Elem. rank in MO?
Flynn Park Elem. ranks #519 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Flynn Park Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Flynn Park Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Flynn Park Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Flynn Park Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Flynn Park Elem. a charter school?
No, Flynn Park Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Flynn Park Elem. a Title I school?
No, Flynn Park Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Flynn Park Elem.?
100.0% of students at Flynn Park 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (314) 290-4421
Resources & Links
District
UNIVERSITY CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,672
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,144
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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