Needs Improvement
#2101 of 2,221 schools in MO
Gibson Elem.
Elementary School · RIVERVIEW GARDENS
9926 Fonda Dr St Louis MO 63, St. Louis, MO 63137
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,101 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#167 of 193
public schools
In district
#9 of 13
RIVERVIEW GARDENS
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Gibson Elem.
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gibson Elem.
Gibson Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of RIVERVIEW GARDENS. Gibson Elem. serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Gibson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,101 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Gibson Elem. show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Gibson Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gibson Elem. — Students at Gibson Elem. score 8% proficient, which is below 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.5/10.
How Gibson Elem. Compares
See how Gibson 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
9926 Fonda Dr St Louis MO 63, St. Louis, MO 63137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gibson Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| RIVERVIEW GARDENS SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EAST MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| KOCH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 1.8 mi | — |
| ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,597
Median Home Value
$79,400
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
19,690
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRENNAN WOODS ELEM. High Ridge, MO | 3.7 |
| CRANE ELEM. Crane, MO | 3.7 |
| NASHUA ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge, MO | 3.7 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence, MO | 3.7 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gibson Elem.
What grades does Gibson Elem. serve?
Gibson Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gibson Elem.?
Gibson Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gibson Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Gibson Elem. is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gibson Elem. rank in MO?
Gibson Elem. ranks #2,101 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Gibson Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Gibson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Gibson Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gibson Elem. has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gibson Elem. a charter school?
No, Gibson Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gibson Elem. a Title I school?
No, Gibson Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gibson Elem.?
100.0% of students at Gibson 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (314) 869-4845
Resources & Links
District
RIVERVIEW GARDENS- District Enrollment
- 5,100
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,486
- District Rank
- #9 of 13
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