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#1598 of 2,221 schools in MO
Jackson Park Elem.
Elementary School · UNIVERSITY CITY
7400 BALSON AVE, University City, MO 63130
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,598 of 2,221
In University City
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
UNIVERSITY CITY
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Jackson Park Elem.
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About Jackson Park Elem.
Jackson Park Elem. is a public elementary school in University City, MO, part of UNIVERSITY CITY. Jackson Park Elem. serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Park Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,598 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Jackson Park Elem. show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Jackson Park 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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Jackson Park Elem. — Students at Jackson Park Elem. score 34% proficient, which is above 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 MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 3.4/10.
How Jackson Park Elem. Compares
See how Jackson Park 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
7400 BALSON AVE, University City, MO 63130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jackson Park Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MERAMEC ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Clayton), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLYNN PARK ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Clayton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in University City, see our University City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| AGAPE ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 0.5 mi | — |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| FLYNN PARK ELEM. University City | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PERSHING ELEM. University City | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | — |
| JULIA GOLDSTEIN EARLY CHILD. University City | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| MERAMEC ELEM. Clayton | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BARBARA JORDAN ELEM. University City | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| THE LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Pagedale | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| THE FREEDOM SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,103
Median Home Value
$285,500
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
29,074
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISMARCK R-V ELEM. Bismarck, MO | 5.3 |
| BOWLES ELEM. Fenton, MO | 5.3 |
| CHADWICK ELEMENTARY Chadwick, MO | 5.3 |
| CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee, MO | 5.3 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.3 |
| EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jackson Park Elem.
What grades does Jackson Park Elem. serve?
Jackson Park Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jackson Park Elem.?
Jackson Park Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Park Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Park Elem. is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jackson Park Elem. rank in MO?
Jackson Park Elem. ranks #1,598 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Jackson Park Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Jackson Park Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Jackson Park Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Park Elem. has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jackson Park Elem. a charter school?
No, Jackson Park Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jackson Park Elem. a Title I school?
No, Jackson Park Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jackson Park Elem.?
100.0% of students at Jackson Park 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
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (314) 290-4451
Resources & Links
District
UNIVERSITY CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,672
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,144
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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