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#54 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 2% in state

Ladue Fifth Grade Center

Middle School · LADUE

10900 LADUE ROAD, St. Louis, MO 63141

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

9.0

Grades

5th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#54 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#4 of 193

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

LADUE

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ladue Fifth Grade Center

9.0/10

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

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3.0/10

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8.3/10

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About Ladue Fifth Grade Center

Ladue Fifth Grade Center is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of LADUE. Ladue Fifth Grade Center serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades 5th-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

Ladue Fifth Grade Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ladue Fifth Grade Center show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+28.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+16.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,032
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Ladue Fifth Grade Center — Students at Ladue Fifth Grade Center score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
46.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 24 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2024
Math
75.5%
ELA
73%
2025
Math
74%
ELA
79.1%

* 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 Ladue Fifth Grade Center Compares

See how Ladue Fifth Grade Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in MO
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10900 LADUE ROAD, St. Louis, MO 63141

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ladue Fifth Grade Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NORTHEAST MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Creve Coeur), a more accessible option. Additionally, LADUE MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Louis 0.0 mi 3.0
SPOEDE ELEMENTARY St. Louis 0.7 mi 8.3
VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis 0.7 mi 8.5
CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL St. Louis 0.8 mi 7.0
HARPER SCHOOL, LLC Frontenac 1.4 mi
MARY INSTITUTE & ST LOUIS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 6.7
LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH St. Louis 1.5 mi 7.8
DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.5 mi 6.8
VISITATION ACADEMY St. Louis 1.6 mi 6.8
CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis 1.7 mi 8.2
EXTERNAL SITES Town And Country 1.9 mi 4.2
NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur 1.7 mi 7.8
ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY St. Louis 2.1 mi 6.4
WILLOW BROOK ELEM. Creve Coeur 2.1 mi 5.0
HIRAM NEUWOEHNER Town And Country 2.0 mi 3.6
LITZSINGER Ladue 2.2 mi 3.5
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Olivette 2.0 mi 6.5
OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY St. Louis 2.0 mi 8.1
HILLCREST SDA SCHOOL Olivette 2.2 mi 5.2
LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis 2.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,917

Median Home Value

$571,900

Median Rent

$1,456/mo

Population

20,640

College Educated

69.1%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

44.3

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SENECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Seneca, MO 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ladue Fifth Grade Center

What grades does Ladue Fifth Grade Center serve?

Ladue Fifth Grade Center serves students in grades 5th through 5th.

How many students attend Ladue Fifth Grade Center?

Ladue Fifth Grade Center has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ladue Fifth Grade Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Ladue Fifth Grade Center is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ladue Fifth Grade Center rank in MO?

Ladue Fifth Grade Center ranks #54 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Ladue Fifth Grade Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Ladue Fifth Grade Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Ladue Fifth Grade Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ladue Fifth Grade Center has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Ladue Fifth Grade Center a charter school?

No, Ladue Fifth Grade Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ladue Fifth Grade Center a Title I school?

No, Ladue Fifth Grade Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ladue Fifth Grade Center?

8.4% of students at Ladue Fifth Grade Center 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
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

LADUE
District Enrollment
4,482
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,032
District Rank
#2 of 8

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