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#1089 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 49% in state

Herzog Elem.

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

5831 PAMPLIN PL, St. Louis, MO 63147

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#52 of 147

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#580 of 1,202

In district

#27 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

School environment

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Herzog Elem.

Herzog Elementary, a regular public school in St. Louis, Missouri, offers education from pre-K through sixth grade. With an enrollment of 216 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1, the school provides personalized attention to help each child grow and develop.

The dedicated faculty consists of 15 full-time equivalent teachers committed to supporting their young learners. Herzog Elementary’s academic performance is currently in need of improvement, as reflected by its MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and a state ranking of #1995 out of 2234 schools in Missouri (11th percentile). The ELA/Reading proficiency rate stands at 4% and Math proficiency is at 2%, indicating areas where the school focuses on student development.

Located in the heart of St. Louis, Herzog Elementary benefits from being in a large city setting, providing students with access to diverse cultural and educational opportunities right outside their classroom doors.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Herzog Elem. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.5Significantly Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency2.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5%
Overall Proficiency3%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,843

Herzog Elem. — Students at Herzog Elem. score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

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 2.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 4.2%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Herzog Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in MO
Academic
1.5/10
1.5/10
Growth
8.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers

Location

5831 PAMPLIN PL, St. Louis, MO 63147

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Herzog Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW PRIMARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Jennings), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis 0.9 mi 7.2
FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings 0.9 mi 8.2
JENNINGS HIGH Jennings 1.1 mi 4.5
ASPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.1 mi 6.4
FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE Jennings 0.9 mi 3.1
WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis 1.2 mi 6.9
ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings 1.2 mi 4.2
NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings 1.3 mi 3.0
RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.7
WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings 1.4 mi 1.9
KENNETH C. HANRAHAN ELEM. Jennings 1.5 mi 5.5
DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis 1.9 mi 4.2
ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis 2.0 mi
EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis 1.9 mi 5.1
BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.8 mi 4.3
Westview Middle School St. Louis 2.2 mi 4.2
KOCH ELEM. St. Louis 2.2 mi 5.1
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY St. Louis 2.2 mi 5.1
MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis 2.5 mi 3.4
LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis 2.5 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63147 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,119

Median Home Value

$70,300

Median Rent

$926/mo

Population

8,229

College Educated

11.9%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

35.3%

Median Age

46.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Herzog Elem. has a median household income of $39,119. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $70,300, with a median rent of $926/month. The area has a poverty rate of 35.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 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
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GREENFIELD ELEM. Greenfield, MO 6.4
HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell, MO 6.4
JUNCTION HILL ELEM. West Plains, MO 6.4
ADVANCE ELEM. Advance, MO 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Herzog Elem.

What grades does Herzog Elem. serve?

Herzog Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Herzog Elem.?

Herzog Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Herzog Elem. is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Herzog Elem. rank in MO?

Herzog Elem. is ranked #1089 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Herzog Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Herzog Elem. has a composite rating of 6.4 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 Herzog Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Herzog Elem. has 2.5% math proficiency and 4.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Herzog Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Herzog Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Herzog 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
High (7,108/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#27 of 63

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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