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#437 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 20% in state

Ladue Middle

Middle School · LADUE

9701 CONWAY RD, St. Louis, MO 63124

Enrollment

1,033

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#437 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#29 of 193

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

LADUE

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Ladue Middle

7.7/10

Middle School in St. Louis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ladue Middle

Ladue Middle is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of LADUE. Ladue Middle serves approximately 1,033 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Ladue Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #437 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ladue Middle show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.3
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+21.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.6 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,032
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Ladue Middle — Students at Ladue Middle score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2024
Math
77.4%
ELA
67.7%
2025
Math
70.4%
ELA
72.5%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Ladue Middle Compares

See how Ladue Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
80th percentile in MO
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

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

9701 CONWAY RD, St. Louis, MO 63124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ladue Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. REED ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOGOS SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Olivette), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis 0.4 mi 8.2
ANNUNZIATA SCHOOL St. Louis 0.6 mi
LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH St. Louis 0.6 mi 7.8
MARY INSTITUTE & ST LOUIS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 6.7
CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 7.0
COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 8.1
LITZSINGER Ladue 1.5 mi 3.5
REED ELEMENTARY St. Louis 1.5 mi 9.0
ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY St. Louis 1.7 mi 6.4
OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY St. Louis 2.0 mi 8.1
VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 8.5
STE GENEVIEVE DU BOIS SCHOOL St. Louis 2.2 mi 5.9
LOGOS SCHOOL Olivette 2.1 mi 9.0
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Olivette 2.3 mi 6.5
HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis 2.3 mi 8.1
IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis 1.9 mi 6.8
ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL St. Louis 2.4 mi 7.5
LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Louis 2.0 mi 3.0
HARPER SCHOOL, LLC Frontenac 2.0 mi
LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER St. Louis 2.0 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$188,750

Median Home Value

$967,300

Median Rent

$1,812/mo

Population

11,009

College Educated

85%

Homeownership

74.8%

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

47.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRANSON JR. HIGH Branson, MO 7.7
FRONTIER MIDDLE O'Fallon, MO 7.7
HANNIBAL MIDDLE Hannibal, MO 7.7
ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 7.7
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City, MO 7.7
NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur, MO 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ladue Middle

What grades does Ladue Middle serve?

Ladue Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ladue Middle?

Ladue Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,033 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ladue Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Ladue Middle is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ladue Middle rank in MO?

Ladue Middle ranks #437 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Ladue Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Ladue Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ladue Middle has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ladue Middle a charter school?

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

Is Ladue Middle a Title I school?

No, Ladue Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ladue Middle?

9.8% of students at Ladue Middle 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,033
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

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

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