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Meramec Elem.

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

2745 MERAMEC ST, St. Louis, MO 63118

Enrollment

187

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#62 of 147

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#664 of 1,202

In district

#32 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

School environment

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Meramec Elem.

MERAMEC ELEM. is a regular public elementary school located in the heart of St. Louis, Missouri. Serving preschool through fifth grade students, the school has an enrollment of 187 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 with 15 full-time equivalent teachers.

The academic performance at MERAMEC ELEM. is currently rated lower on MySchoolScout, with a score of 3.8 out of 10 and ranking in the 16th percentile among Missouri schools. In terms of proficiency levels, only 10% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 4% are proficient or above in Math. The school is focusing on student development with room for academic growth.

MERAMEC ELEM. sits in a bustling urban setting within the city of St. Louis, providing its students with a rich array of community resources and cultural experiences right at their doorstep.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 187 students, Meramec Elem. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Meramec 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency2.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency12%
Overall Proficiency7%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.5Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,843

Meramec Elem. — Students at Meramec Elem. score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 4.2%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Meramec Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in MO
Academic
2.1/10
2.1/10
Growth
7.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers

Location

2745 MERAMEC ST, St. Louis, MO 63118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meramec Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SOULARD SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHENANDOAH ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CARNAHAN SCH. OF THE FUTURE St. Louis 0.2 mi 6.4
Carnahan Middle St. Louis 0.2 mi 8.1
SOUTH CITY St. Louis 0.3 mi 6.1
FROEBEL ELEM. St. Louis 0.6 mi 4.0
MOMENTUM ACAD GRAVOIS PARK St. Louis 0.7 mi 6.1
MONROE ELEM. St. Louis 0.7 mi 5.5
KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis 0.8 mi 5.5
Kairos High St. Louis 0.8 mi
KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis 0.8 mi 4.0
ST MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.1 mi 7.2
ROOSEVELT HIGH St. Louis 1.4 mi 4.5
ST CECILIA SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 6.9
WOODWARD ELEM. St. Louis 1.4 mi 6.5
MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis 1.8 mi 4.6
MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis 2.0 mi 6.7
SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis 2.0 mi 7.1
MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis 2.1 mi 6.5
MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis 2.1 mi
THE SOULARD SCHOOL St. Louis 2.0 mi 8.0
MANN ELEM. St. Louis 2.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,268

Median Home Value

$210,900

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

25,645

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

35.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Meramec Elem. has a median household income of $57,268. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,900, with a median rent of $952/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 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
FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe, MO 6.1
HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis, MO 6.1
JASPER CO. ELEM. Jasper, MO 6.1
KINGSTON ELEM. Cadet, MO 6.1
MOMENTUM ACAD GRAVOIS PARK St. Louis, MO 6.1
OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark, MO 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meramec Elem.

What grades does Meramec Elem. serve?

Meramec Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Meramec Elem.?

Meramec Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Meramec Elem. is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meramec Elem. rank in MO?

Meramec Elem. is ranked #1254 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Meramec Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Meramec Elem. has a composite rating of 6.1 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 Meramec Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Meramec Elem. has 4.2% math proficiency and 10.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Meramec Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Meramec Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Meramec 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
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#32 of 63

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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