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#75 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 3% in state

Mid Rivers Elem.

Elementary School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

7479 MEXICO RD, St. Peters, MO 63376

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Peters

#1 of 11

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#56 of 1,202

In district

#2 of 25

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Mid Rivers Elem.

Mid Rivers Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Peters, MO, part of the FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 457 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1.

It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 96.7th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math and 65% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10).

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $94,921, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.13 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.2Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61%
Reading/ELA Proficiency66%
Overall Proficiency64%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,920

Mid Rivers Elem. — Students at Mid Rivers Elem. score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.3%
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
61%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
66%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Mid Rivers Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
97th percentile in MO
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers

Location

7479 MEXICO RD, St. Peters, MO 63376

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mid Rivers Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST. PETERS ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ALL SAINTS SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Peters, see our St. Peters schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Peters 0.9 mi 7.2
ST. PETERS ELEM. St. Peters 1.0 mi 8.6
LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters 1.0 mi 5.5
DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters 1.1 mi 8.2
CHILD OF GOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Peters 1.1 mi 6.8
CHILDRENS EDU-CARE CENTER INC. St. Peters 1.4 mi
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Peters 1.5 mi 7.4
FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH HIGH St. Peters 1.6 mi 8.4
WARREN ELEM. St. Peters 2.1 mi 6.3
PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. St. Peters 2.1 mi 7.9
Boonslick St. Peters 2.1 mi
FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH St. Charles 2.8 mi 7.7
FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH MIDDLE St. Peters 2.2 mi 7.0
SAEGER MIDDLE St. Charles 2.9 mi 6.5
FT. ZUMWALT NORTH HIGH O'Fallon 2.7 mi 9.0
HAWTHORN ELEM. St. Peters 2.4 mi 6.5
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters 2.5 mi 5.8
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL St. Charles 3.1 mi 4.3
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. St. Peters 2.7 mi 6.1
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES COUNTY St. Peters 2.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,921

Median Home Value

$255,500

Median Rent

$1,319/mo

Population

74,876

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

82.6%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding Mid Rivers Elem. has a median household income of $94,921. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $255,500, with a median rent of $1,319/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 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
RIVER BEND ELEM. Chesterfield, MO 8.7
South Point Elementary Washington, MO 8.7
WILDWOOD ELEM. Sarcoxie, MO 8.7
HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City, MO 8.6
HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. Chesterfield, MO 8.6
LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mid Rivers Elem.

What grades does Mid Rivers Elem. serve?

Mid Rivers Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mid Rivers Elem.?

Mid Rivers Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mid Rivers Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Mid Rivers Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mid Rivers Elem. rank in MO?

Mid Rivers Elem. is ranked #75 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Mid Rivers Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Mid Rivers Elem. has a composite rating of 8.7 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 Mid Rivers Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mid Rivers Elem. has 60.7% math proficiency and 65.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Mid Rivers Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Mid Rivers Elem. a Title I school?

No, Mid Rivers Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

13.3% of students at Mid Rivers 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,267/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Peters). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
16,829
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,648
District Rank
#2 of 25

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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