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#982 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 44% in state

Marvin Elem.

Elementary School · RITENOUR

3510 WOODSON RD, St. Louis, MO 63114

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#982 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#57 of 193

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

RITENOUR

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Marvin Elem.

6.7/10

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

Ritenour Early Childhood Ctr

3.5/10

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2.8/10

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About Marvin Elem.

Marvin Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of RITENOUR. Marvin Elem. serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio.

Marvin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #982 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Marvin Elem. show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.7 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,525
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Marvin Elem. — Students at Marvin Elem. score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
32%
ELA
26%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
23%
2024
Math
23.7%
ELA
27.8%
2025
Math
26.1%
ELA
28.6%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Marvin Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in MO
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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

3510 WOODSON RD, St. Louis, MO 63114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marvin Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUDER ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby St. Ann), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE FREEDOM SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARBARA JORDAN ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby University City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
RITENOUR EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR St. Louis 0.1 mi 3.5
RITENOUR SR. HIGH St. Louis 0.5 mi 2.8
HOLMAN ELEMENTARY Berkeley 0.9 mi 5.1
KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 3.9
RITENOUR MIDDLE St. Louis 1.1 mi 6.3
MARION ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 4.6
WYLAND ELEM. St. Louis 1.6 mi 3.6
BUDER ELEM. St. Ann 1.5 mi 7.5
HOECH MIDDLE St. Ann 1.5 mi 6.6
ECH SCHOOL AT EVERY CHILDS HOPE St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.7
ROBERT DRUMMOND ELEM. St. Ann 1.8 mi 5.6
IVELAND ELEM. St. Louis 2.1 mi 4.5
THE FREEDOM SCHOOL St. Louis 2.6 mi 7.0
BARBARA JORDAN ELEM. University City 2.6 mi 6.6
BEL-NOR St. Louis 2.2 mi 5.0
HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann 2.4 mi 7.0
PATTONVILLE Early CHol St. Louis 2.4 mi
WASHINGTON ELEM. St. Louis 2.8 mi 4.2
H F EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis 3.3 mi 7.0
H.F. EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis 3.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,048

Median Home Value

$109,700

Median Rent

$1,082/mo

Population

33,703

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

37

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester, MO 6.7
CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville, MO 6.7
CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs, MO 6.7
DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville, MO 6.7
JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. Lebanon, MO 6.7
KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City, MO 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marvin Elem.

What grades does Marvin Elem. serve?

Marvin Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Marvin Elem.?

Marvin Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Marvin Elem. is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marvin Elem. rank in MO?

Marvin Elem. ranks #982 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Marvin Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Marvin Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Marvin Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marvin Elem. has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marvin Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Marvin Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Marvin 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

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

RITENOUR
District Enrollment
6,414
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,525
District Rank
#2 of 10

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