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Below Average

#2026 of 2,221 schools in MO

Glasgow Elem.

Elementary School · RIVERVIEW GARDENS

10560 Renfrew Dr St Louis MO, St. Louis, MO 63137

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,026 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#154 of 193

public schools

In district

#6 of 13

RIVERVIEW GARDENS

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Glasgow Elem.

4.0/10

Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Riverview Gardens Sr. High

3.8/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Highland Elem.

3.8/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Glasgow Elem.

Glasgow Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of RIVERVIEW GARDENS. Glasgow Elem. serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Glasgow Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,026 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Glasgow Elem. show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Glasgow Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

39% of students at Glasgow 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,486
Chronic Absenteeism39.1%

Glasgow Elem. — Students at Glasgow Elem. score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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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 9.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 13.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Glasgow Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MO
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.1%

Location

10560 Renfrew Dr St Louis MO, St. Louis, MO 63137

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glasgow Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVERVIEW GARDENS SR. HIGH St. Louis 0.4 mi 3.8
HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis 0.5 mi 3.8
STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis 0.7 mi 6.2
SOUTHEAST MIDDLE St. Louis 1.5 mi 3.7
GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis 1.6 mi 3.7
TWILLMAN ELEM. St. Louis 1.9 mi 3.5
LARIMORE ELEM. St. Louis 2.1 mi 3.8
GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 1.8 mi 5.7
R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis 1.9 mi 3.4
EAST MIDDLE St. Louis 2.0 mi 5.5
HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis 2.0 mi 4.8
EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis 2.2 mi 3.2
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis 2.0 mi 4.5
DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis 2.3 mi 3.3
GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis 2.5 mi 4.1
MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis 2.6 mi 4.5
RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 3.2 mi 5.7
EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis 3.2 mi 5.6
TOWNSEND ELEM. Florissant 3.3 mi 5.0
NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings 3.2 mi 4.1

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
Alton Elementary Alton, MO 4.0
HARTVILLE ELEM. Hartville, MO 4.0
PLEASANT LEA ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 4.0
COLE ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.1
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO 4.1
PLEASANT HILL ELEM. Pleasant Hill, MO 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glasgow Elem.

What grades does Glasgow Elem. serve?

Glasgow Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Glasgow Elem.?

Glasgow Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Glasgow Elem. is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glasgow Elem. rank in MO?

Glasgow Elem. ranks #2,026 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Glasgow Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Glasgow Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Glasgow Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glasgow Elem. has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Glasgow Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Glasgow Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Glasgow 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.1%

District

RIVERVIEW GARDENS
District Enrollment
5,100
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,486
District Rank
#6 of 13

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