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#104 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 5% in state

Mrh Elementary

Elementary School · MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS

7314 Glades Avenue, Richmond Heights, MO 63117

Enrollment

411

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.7

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#104 of 2,221

In district

#1 of 4

MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.7/10

Elementary School in Richmond Heights · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mrh Elementary

Mrh Elementary is a public elementary school in Richmond Heights, MO, part of MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS. Mrh Elementary serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mrh Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Mrh Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,179

Mrh Elementary — Students at Mrh Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 44 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
48%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
54.5%
ELA
62.6%
2025
Math
57.2%
ELA
64.3%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Mrh Elementary Compares

See how Mrh Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in MO
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

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

7314 Glades Avenue, Richmond Heights, MO 63117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mrh Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FORSYTH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Clayton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Richmond Heights, see our Richmond Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis 0.3 mi 6.2
GIANT STEPS OF ST LOUIS Maplewood 0.7 mi
WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis 0.5 mi 6.3
MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH Maplewood 0.8 mi 7.7
MRH MIDDLE Maplewood 0.8 mi 6.4
DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis 0.9 mi 6.4
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis 0.9 mi 6.9
MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood 1.0 mi 7.5
RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton 1.4 mi 8.7
WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton 1.4 mi 7.6
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis 1.3 mi 6.0
THE WILSON SCHOOL Clayton 1.4 mi 8.2
GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton 1.4 mi 6.3
THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON St. Louis 1.6 mi 9.1
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton 1.7 mi 7.5
A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 1.8 mi
FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 8.8
MASON ELEM. St. Louis 1.5 mi 7.8
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Brentwood 1.6 mi 6.3
THE COLLEGE SCHOOL St. Louis 2.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,667

Median Home Value

$330,100

Median Rent

$1,216/mo

Population

9,188

College Educated

73.7%

Homeownership

51.1%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BINGHAM ELEM. Springfield, MO 8.7
EUGENE ELEM. Eugene, MO 8.7
JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart, MO 8.7
RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton, MO 8.7
RAYMOND NANCY HODGE ELEM. Imperial, MO 8.7
ROCK CREEK ELEM. O'Fallon, MO 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mrh Elementary

What grades does Mrh Elementary serve?

Mrh Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Mrh Elementary?

Mrh Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mrh Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mrh Elementary 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 Mrh Elementary rank in MO?

Mrh Elementary ranks #104 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Mrh Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mrh Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Mrh Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mrh Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mrh Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mrh Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mrh Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mrh Elementary?

30.7% of students at Mrh Elementary 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County

District

MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS
District Enrollment
1,545
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,179
District Rank
#1 of 4

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