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#2084 of 2,216 schools in MO

Froebel Elem.

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

3709 NEBRASKA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63118

Enrollment

149

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#136 of 147

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#1,119 of 1,202

In district

#62 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

School environment

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Froebel Elem.

Froebel Elem is a regular public elementary school located in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri. Serving students from Pre-K through 5th grade, Froebel Elem has an enrollment of 149 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1 with ten full-time teachers on staff.

Academically, Froebel Elem is focusing on student development, as reflected in its MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and state ranking at #2154 out of 2234 schools in Missouri (4th percentile). On average, around 7% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, while about 9% achieve proficiency or better in Math. Froebel Elem is situated in a bustling urban setting within the city limits of St.

Louis, making it an integral part of the community and offering its students a diverse range of experiences and opportunities right at their doorstep.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 149 students, Froebel Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.96 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.5Significantly Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5%
Overall Proficiency3%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,843

Froebel Elem. — Students at Froebel Elem. score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 9.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 7.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Froebel Elem. Compares

See how Froebel Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
6th percentile in MO
Academic
1.5/10
1.5/10
Growth
3.8/10
Below average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Location

3709 NEBRASKA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Froebel Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHENANDOAH ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOMENTUM FOX PARK (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MOMENTUM ACAD GRAVOIS PARK St. Louis 0.3 mi 6.1
CARNAHAN SCH. OF THE FUTURE St. Louis 0.5 mi 6.4
Carnahan Middle St. Louis 0.5 mi 8.1
Kairos High St. Louis 0.5 mi
MERAMEC ELEM. St. Louis 0.6 mi 6.1
KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis 0.5 mi 5.5
MONROE ELEM. St. Louis 0.5 mi 5.5
SOUTH CITY St. Louis 0.6 mi 6.1
ROOSEVELT HIGH St. Louis 0.8 mi 4.5
KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis 0.8 mi 4.0
MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis 1.2 mi 4.6
SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis 1.4 mi 7.1
ST MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 7.2
MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis 1.5 mi 6.7
MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis 1.5 mi 6.5
MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis 1.5 mi
MANN ELEM. St. Louis 1.5 mi 6.2
ST CECILIA SCHOOL St. Louis 1.6 mi 6.9
MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis 1.5 mi 7.7
SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis 1.7 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,268

Median Home Value

$210,900

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

25,645

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

35.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Froebel Elem. has a median household income of $57,268. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,900, with a median rent of $952/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 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
BELL CITY ELEM. Bell City, MO 4.0
NEWBURG ELEM. Newburg, MO 4.0
RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Doniphan, MO 4.0
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Town And Country, MO 4.1
FRANKFORD ELEM. Frankford, MO 4.1
HELENA ELEM. Helena, MO 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Froebel Elem.

What grades does Froebel Elem. serve?

Froebel Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Froebel Elem.?

Froebel Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Froebel Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Froebel Elem. is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Froebel Elem. rank in MO?

Froebel Elem. is ranked #2084 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Froebel Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Froebel Elem. has a composite rating of 4.0 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 Froebel Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Froebel Elem. has 9.0% math proficiency and 7.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Froebel Elem. a charter school?

No, Froebel Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Froebel Elem. a Title I school?

No, Froebel Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Froebel Elem.?

100.0% of students at Froebel 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
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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