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#946 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 43% in state

Henry Elem.

Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2

700 HENRY AVE, Ballwin, MO 63011

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Ballwin

#6 of 12

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#513 of 1,202

In district

#21 of 29

PARKWAY C-2

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Henry Elem.

Henry Elementary serves 532 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Ballwin, Missouri, with a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1 supported by 36 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #277 out of 2,234 Missouri schools, placing it in the 88th percentile statewide. Students at Henry Elementary show solid achievement across core subjects, with 64% performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and reading, while 60% meet or exceed proficiency standards in mathematics.

These results reflect the school's academic score of 9.3 out of 10, indicating consistent educational quality. The school serves families in the 63011 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $121,639 and 66% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The community maintains a low poverty rate of 5.4%, with a median home value of $355,400, suggesting strong local investment in education and family stability.

Henry Elementary operates as a regular public school within St. Louis County's large suburban setting, providing students with access to quality elementary education while benefiting from the resources and stability of an established, well-educated community in Ballwin.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60%
Reading/ELA Proficiency64%
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)57%
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.4Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,102

Henry Elem. — Students at Henry Elem. score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.0%
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
70%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
64%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Henry Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MO
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
5.3/10
Above average
Environment
6.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

Location

700 HENRY AVE, Ballwin, MO 63011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PIERREMONT ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is WREN HOLLOW ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ballwin, see our Ballwin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester 0.6 mi 7.5
EARLY CHILDHOOD Chesterfield 1.0 mi 6.2
WEST HIGH Ballwin 1.2 mi 6.2
PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester 1.1 mi 8.4
ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester 1.6 mi
AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester 1.4 mi 9.3
CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester 1.5 mi 6.6
WEST MIDDLE Chesterfield 1.6 mi 7.8
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country 2.0 mi 6.1
BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin 1.9 mi 6.0
CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin 1.7 mi 6.5
HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin 2.2 mi 7.3
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin 2.3 mi 6.6
WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin 2.3 mi 8.1
SOUTH HIGH Manchester 2.4 mi 6.7
CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester 2.4 mi 6.7
PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country 2.4 mi 7.0
SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin 2.6 mi 4.2
CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield 3.0 mi 7.4
AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester 3.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,941

Median Home Value

$373,600

Median Rent

$1,624/mo

Population

36,274

College Educated

66.4%

Homeownership

83.7%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

44

Community Profile

The community surrounding Henry Elem. has a median household income of $121,941. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $373,600, with a median rent of $1,624/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 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
CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs, MO 6.6
DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield, MO 6.6
GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 6.6
GRATZ BROWN ELEM. Moberly, MO 6.6
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles, MO 6.6
LICKING ELEM. Licking, MO 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry Elem.

What grades does Henry Elem. serve?

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

How many students attend Henry Elem.?

Henry Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Henry Elem. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry Elem. rank in MO?

Henry Elem. is ranked #946 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Henry Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Henry Elem. has a composite rating of 6.6 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 Henry Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Henry Elem. has 62.7% math proficiency and 68.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Henry Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Henry Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

8.5% of students at Henry 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
Average (540/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ballwin). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

PARKWAY C-2
District Enrollment
16,924
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,983
District Rank
#21 of 29

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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