Average
#1394 of 2,221 schools in MO
Mullanphy Botanical Gardens
Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY
4221 SHAW BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63110
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,394 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#80 of 193
public schools
In district
#16 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Mullanphy Botanical Gardens
Mullanphy Botanical Gardens is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
Mullanphy Botanical Gardens serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mullanphy Botanical Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,394 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Mullanphy Botanical Gardens show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Mullanphy Botanical Gardens were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mullanphy Botanical Gardens — Students at Mullanphy Botanical Gardens score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 5.6/10.
How Mullanphy Botanical Gardens Compares
See how Mullanphy Botanical Gardens 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
4221 SHAW BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mullanphy Botanical Gardens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC (rated 6.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ADAMS ELEM. St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| FOREST PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | — |
| MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis | 0.8 mi | — |
| STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MANN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| NAHED CHAPMAN NEW AMERICAN ACA St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,809
Median Home Value
$314,600
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
17,725
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
42.3%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALPHA HART LEWIS Columbia, MO | 5.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Steele, MO | 5.8 |
| Eagle Heights Elementary Smithville, MO | 5.8 |
| HARRISBURG ELEM. Harrisburg, MO | 5.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 5.8 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty, MO | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mullanphy Botanical Gardens
What grades does Mullanphy Botanical Gardens serve?
Mullanphy Botanical Gardens serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mullanphy Botanical Gardens?
Mullanphy Botanical Gardens has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mullanphy Botanical Gardens?
The student-teacher ratio at Mullanphy Botanical Gardens is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mullanphy Botanical Gardens rank in MO?
Mullanphy Botanical Gardens ranks #1,394 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mullanphy Botanical Gardens's MySchoolScout rating?
Mullanphy Botanical Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mullanphy Botanical Gardens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mullanphy Botanical Gardens has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mullanphy Botanical Gardens a charter school?
No, Mullanphy Botanical Gardens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mullanphy Botanical Gardens a Title I school?
No, Mullanphy Botanical Gardens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mullanphy Botanical Gardens?
100.0% of students at Mullanphy Botanical Gardens 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (314) 772-0994
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #16 of 63
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