Average
#1760 of 2,216 schools in MO
Koch Elem.
Elementary School · RIVERVIEW GARDENS
1910 Exuma St Louis MO 63136, St. Louis, MO 63136
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Louis
#107 of 147
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#913 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 13
RIVERVIEW GARDENS
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Very strong
About Koch Elem.
KOCH ELEM is a regular public elementary school located in the large suburban area of St. Louis, Missouri. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade, KOCH ELEM has an enrollment of 311 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1 with 19 full-time equivalent teachers on staff.
KOCH ELEM's MySchoolScout Rating is 2.6 out of 10, placing it at the 2nd percentile among Missouri schools in terms of state ranking (#2182 out of 2234). The academic score is 1.1/10, with only 6% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and just 2% proficient or above in Math across all grade levels. While the school has room for significant academic growth, it remains committed to supporting its diverse student body.
KOCH ELEM sits in a suburban setting within St. Louis County, offering an environment that balances urban amenities with a more relaxed residential feel.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Koch 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
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Koch Elem. — Students at Koch Elem. score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
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 6 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: 8.1/10.
How Koch Elem. Compares
See how Koch Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 2.5% (2019) to 2.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 7.5% (2019) to 7.5% (2022).
Location
1910 Exuma St Louis MO 63136, St. Louis, MO 63136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Koch Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW PRIMARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Jennings), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 0.3 mi | — |
| MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| KENNETH C. HANRAHAN ELEM. Jennings | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings | 1.2 mi | 1.9 |
| GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE Jennings | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,388
Median Home Value
$77,300
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
41,314
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
35.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Koch Elem. has a median household income of $40,388. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $77,300, with a median rent of $1,029/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 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 |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Steele, MO | 5.1 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin, MO | 5.1 |
| EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair, MO | 5.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 5.1 |
| MONROE CITY ELEM. Monroe City, MO | 5.1 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield, MO | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Koch Elem.
What grades does Koch Elem. serve?
Koch Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Koch Elem.?
Koch Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Koch Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Koch Elem. is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Koch Elem. rank in MO?
Koch Elem. is ranked #1760 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Koch Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Koch Elem. has a composite rating of 5.1 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 Koch Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Koch Elem. has 2.5% math proficiency and 5.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Koch Elem. a charter school?
No, Koch Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Koch Elem. a Title I school?
No, Koch Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Koch Elem.?
100.0% of students at Koch 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 868-3029
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
RIVERVIEW GARDENS- District Enrollment
- 5,100
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,486
- District Rank
- #1 of 13
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