Below Average
#1955 of 2,221 schools in MO
Pershing Elem.
Elementary School · UNIVERSITY CITY
6761 BARTMER AVE, University City, MO 63130
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,955 of 2,221
In University City
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
UNIVERSITY CITY
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Pershing Elem.
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About Pershing Elem.
Pershing Elem. is a public elementary school in University City, MO, part of UNIVERSITY CITY. Pershing Elem. serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Pershing Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,955 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Pershing Elem. show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Pershing Elem. 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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Pershing Elem. — Students at Pershing Elem. score 14% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.0/10.
How Pershing Elem. Compares
See how Pershing Elem. 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
6761 BARTMER AVE, University City, MO 63130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pershing Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Another option is FORSYTH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Clayton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in University City, see our University City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JULIA GOLDSTEIN EARLY CHILD. University City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MET DAY TREATMENT CENTER Wellston | 0.8 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| FLYNN PARK ELEM. University City | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| THE LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Pagedale | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | — |
| JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| AGAPE ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| NORMANDY HIGH St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ST ROCH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| THE WILSON SCHOOL Clayton | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,103
Median Home Value
$285,500
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
29,074
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO | 4.3 |
| ELIOT BATTLE ELEMENTARY Columbia, MO | 4.3 |
| HICKEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.3 |
| SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 4.3 |
| WARREN E. HEARNES ELEM. Charleston, MO | 4.3 |
| BERMUDA ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pershing Elem.
What grades does Pershing Elem. serve?
Pershing Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pershing Elem.?
Pershing Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pershing Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pershing Elem. is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pershing Elem. rank in MO?
Pershing Elem. ranks #1,955 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Pershing Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pershing Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Pershing Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pershing Elem. has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pershing Elem. a charter school?
No, Pershing Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pershing Elem. a Title I school?
No, Pershing Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pershing Elem.?
100.0% of students at Pershing 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (314) 290-4152
Resources & Links
District
UNIVERSITY CITY- District Enrollment
- 2,672
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,144
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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