Very Good
#795 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 36% in state
George Guffey Elem.
Elementary School · FOX C-6
400 13TH ST, Fenton, MO 63026
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#795 of 2,221
In Fenton
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#9 of 18
FOX C-6
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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George Guffey Elem.
Elementary School in Fenton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About George Guffey Elem.
George Guffey Elem. is a public elementary school in Fenton, MO, part of FOX C-6. George Guffey Elem. serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. George Guffey Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #795 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for George Guffey Elem. show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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George Guffey Elem. — Students at George Guffey Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 6.1/10.
How George Guffey Elem. Compares
See how George Guffey 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
400 13TH ST, Fenton, MO 63026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Guffey Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONE DELL ELEM. (rated 9.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Arnold), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHERWOOD ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Arnold), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fenton, see our Fenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fenton | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| RIDGEWOOD MIDDLE Arnold | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MESSENGER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fenton | 2.2 mi | — |
| BOWLES ELEM. Fenton | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MURPHY ELEM. High Ridge | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fenton | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HAGEMANN ELEM. St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| STANTON ELEM. Fenton | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| LONE DELL ELEM. Arnold | 3.8 mi | 9.4 |
| KELLISON ELEM. Fenton | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE Fenton | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fenton | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BRENNAN WOODS ELEM. High Ridge | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. Arnold | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
| WOODRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL High Ridge | 3.6 mi | 4.4 |
| SOUTH TECHNICAL Sunset Hills | 4.5 mi | — |
| KENNERLY ELEM. St. Louis | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,145
Median Home Value
$281,900
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
45,267
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO | 7.0 |
| CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO | 7.0 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 7.0 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.0 |
| EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. El Dorado Springs, MO | 7.0 |
| FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Guffey Elem.
What grades does George Guffey Elem. serve?
George Guffey Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend George Guffey Elem.?
George Guffey Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Guffey Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at George Guffey Elem. is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Guffey Elem. rank in MO?
George Guffey Elem. ranks #795 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is George Guffey Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
George Guffey Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 George Guffey Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Guffey Elem. has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is George Guffey Elem. a charter school?
No, George Guffey Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Guffey Elem. a Title I school?
No, George Guffey Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Guffey Elem.?
41.6% of students at George Guffey 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
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (636) 343-7662
Resources & Links
District
FOX C-6- District Enrollment
- 10,453
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,100
- District Rank
- #9 of 18
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