Excellent
#14 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 1% in state
Mcgrath Elem.
Elementary School · BRENTWOOD
2350 ST CLAIR AVE - SUITE A, Brentwood, MO 63144
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#14 of 2,221
In Brentwood
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
BRENTWOOD
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Mcgrath Elem.
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About Mcgrath Elem.
Mcgrath Elem. is a public elementary school in Brentwood, MO, part of BRENTWOOD. Mcgrath Elem. serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcgrath Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mcgrath Elem. show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mcgrath Elem. — Students at Mcgrath Elem. score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 8.8/10.
How Mcgrath Elem. Compares
See how Mcgrath 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
2350 ST CLAIR AVE - SUITE A, Brentwood, MO 63144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcgrath Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AVERY ELEM. (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a very similar rating. Another option is BRISTOL ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MIRIAM SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Webster Groves), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRENTWOOD EARLY CHILDHD CENTER Brentwood | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE Brentwood | 0.2 mi | 9.6 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH Brentwood | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Brentwood | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Brentwood | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ST LOUIS St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| AVERY ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| GREAT CIRCLE EDGEWOOD CHILDREN'S CENTER St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| MIRIAM SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| FAITH ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| WALTER AMBROSE FAMILY CENTER St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WEBSTER GROVES HIGH St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,312
Median Home Value
$278,800
Median Rent
$1,429/mo
Population
9,580
College Educated
75.4%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 9.3 |
| STANBERRY ELEM. Stanberry, MO | 9.3 |
| BERNIE ELEM. Bernie, MO | 9.2 |
| BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick, MO | 9.2 |
| New Franklin Elementary New Franklin, MO | 9.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcgrath Elem.
What grades does Mcgrath Elem. serve?
Mcgrath Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mcgrath Elem.?
Mcgrath Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcgrath Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcgrath Elem. is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcgrath Elem. rank in MO?
Mcgrath Elem. ranks #14 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mcgrath Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mcgrath Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Mcgrath Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcgrath Elem. has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mcgrath Elem. a charter school?
No, Mcgrath Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcgrath Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mcgrath Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcgrath Elem.?
14.0% of students at Mcgrath 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
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (314) 962-6824
Resources & Links
District
BRENTWOOD- District Enrollment
- 796
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,646
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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