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#274 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 12% in state

George R. Robinson Elem.

Elementary School · KIRKWOOD R-VII

803 COUCH AVE, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Enrollment

478

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#274 of 2,221

In Kirkwood

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

KIRKWOOD R-VII

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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George R. Robinson Elem.

8.1/10

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About George R. Robinson Elem.

George R. Robinson Elem. is a public elementary school in Kirkwood, MO, part of KIRKWOOD R-VII. George R.

Robinson Elem. serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. George R. Robinson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for George R. Robinson Elem. show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,112
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

George R. Robinson Elem. — Students at George R. Robinson Elem. score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
47.7%
ELA
58.8%
2025
Math
47.9%
ELA
62.4%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How George R. Robinson Elem. Compares

See how George R. Robinson Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
88th percentile in MO
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

803 COUCH AVE, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George R. Robinson Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTCHESTER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kirkwood, see our Kirkwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
KIRKWOOD CHILDREN'S HOUSE Kirkwood 1.0 mi
ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.0 mi 4.6
CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.0 mi 5.5
NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood 1.1 mi 6.4
KIRKWOOD SR. HIGH Kirkwood 1.5 mi 8.6
ST GERARD MAJELLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.4 mi 4.9
W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. Kirkwood 1.6 mi 9.0
SOUTH TECHNICAL Sunset Hills 2.0 mi
NORTH KIRKWOOD MIDDLE Kirkwood 2.2 mi 7.2
WESTCHESTER ELEM. Kirkwood 2.4 mi 7.8
F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood 2.2 mi 7.4
VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kirkwood 2.4 mi 5.8
EARLY CHILDHOOD ED CENTER WEST St. Louis 2.2 mi 2.8
TRUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis 2.2 mi 7.2
URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis 2.1 mi 6.9
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Peres 2.6 mi 6.5
ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres 2.8 mi 6.5
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin 2.3 mi
KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. Kirkwood 2.3 mi 3.9
THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL St. Louis 2.6 mi 8.8

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
CHAPEL HILL ELEMENTARY Gladstone, MO 8.1
COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.1
COMPASS ELEMENTARY Platte City, MO 8.1
DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 8.1
FOX HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 8.1
HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City, MO 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George R. Robinson Elem.

What grades does George R. Robinson Elem. serve?

George R. Robinson Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend George R. Robinson Elem.?

George R. Robinson Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George R. Robinson Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at George R. Robinson Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George R. Robinson Elem. rank in MO?

George R. Robinson Elem. ranks #274 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is George R. Robinson Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

George R. Robinson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 R. Robinson Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George R. Robinson Elem. has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George R. Robinson Elem. a charter school?

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

Is George R. Robinson Elem. a Title I school?

No, George R. Robinson Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George R. Robinson Elem.?

14.6% of students at George R. Robinson 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

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

District

KIRKWOOD R-VII
District Enrollment
6,096
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,112
District Rank
#3 of 9

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