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#1254 of 2,216 schools in MO
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
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
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
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Meramec Elem. — Students at Meramec Elem. score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 7.2/10.
How Meramec Elem. Compares
See how Meramec Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 7.5% (2019) to 2.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 12% (2019) to 12% (2022).
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
- Phone
- (314) 353-7145
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #32 of 63
Other Schools in This District
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