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#819 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 37% in state
Forder Elem.
Elementary School · MEHLVILLE R-IX
623 W RIPA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63125
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Louis
#34 of 147
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#446 of 1,202
In district
#4 of 18
MEHLVILLE R-IX
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Forder Elem.
FORDER ELEM. is an elementary school located in the suburban area of St. Louis, Missouri. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade students, FORDER ELEM. provides a nurturing environment for young learners with an enrollment of 381 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1.
With 26 full-time equivalent teachers, the school offers personalized attention to each child's needs. FORDER ELEM. has a MySchoolScout Rating of 5.1 out of 10 and is ranked 1242nd out of 2234 schools in Missouri according to state rankings, placing it around the 44th percentile academically. The school’s academic performance shows that while there is room for improvement, particularly with 34% proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and 25% proficiency or above in Math, FORDER ELEM. continues to focus on student development and growth.
FORDER ELEM. sits within a large suburban community, offering students access to the resources of St. Louis while maintaining a close-knit school environment.
Score Breakdown
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Forder Elem. — Students at Forder Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Forder Elem. Compares
See how Forder Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 32% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 37% (2019) to 37% (2022).
Location
623 W RIPA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forder Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEASLEY ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOSAIC ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HANCOCK PLACE MIDDLE Lemay | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| HANCOCK SR. HIGH St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| At Home Academy St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Woerner Elem St. Louis | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| BERNARD MIDDLE St. Louis | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,683
Median Home Value
$166,200
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
32,701
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
38.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Forder Elem. has a median household income of $59,683. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,200, with a median rent of $920/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alton Elementary Alton, MO | 6.8 |
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur, MO | 6.8 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville, MO | 6.8 |
| CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 6.8 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 6.8 |
| DEAR ELEM. Richmond, MO | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forder Elem.
What grades does Forder Elem. serve?
Forder Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Forder Elem.?
Forder Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forder Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Forder Elem. is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forder Elem. rank in MO?
Forder Elem. is ranked #819 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Forder Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Forder Elem. has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forder Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Forder Elem. has 25.3% math proficiency and 33.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Forder Elem. a charter school?
No, Forder Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forder Elem. a Title I school?
No, Forder Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forder Elem.?
43.8% of students at Forder 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
- City Safety
- High (7,108/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 467-5600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MEHLVILLE R-IX- District Enrollment
- 10,162
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,165
- District Rank
- #4 of 18
Other Schools in This District
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