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#397 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 18% in state

Point Elem.

Elementary School · MEHLVILLE R-IX

6790 TELEGRAPH RD, St. Louis, MO 63129

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#397 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#27 of 193

public schools

In district

#6 of 18

MEHLVILLE R-IX

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Point Elem.

7.8/10

Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Point Elem.

Point Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of MEHLVILLE R-IX. Point Elem. serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Point Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #397 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Point Elem. show 61% 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 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,165
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Point Elem. — Students at Point Elem. score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 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
61%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
63.7%
ELA
56.5%
2025
Math
66.7%
ELA
60%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Point Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
82th percentile in MO
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

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

6790 TELEGRAPH RD, St. Louis, MO 63129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Point Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Arnold), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEASLEY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Louis 0.8 mi 6.6
WOHLWEND ELEM. St. Louis 1.6 mi 7.1
ROGERS ELEM. St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.7
OAKVILLE MIDDLE St. Louis 1.7 mi 8.1
OAKVILLE SR. HIGH St. Louis 2.2 mi 5.1
OAKVILLE ELEM. St. Louis 2.6 mi 7.6
BLADES ELEM. St. Louis 3.0 mi 7.1
ST MARGARET MARY ALACOQUE SCHOOL St. Louis 3.2 mi 5.1
FOX ELEM. Arnold 2.7 mi 3.9
FOX MIDDLE Arnold 2.7 mi 6.5
FOX SR. HIGH Arnold 2.8 mi 4.8
DON EARL EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Arnold 2.8 mi 5.2
BERNARD MIDDLE St. Louis 3.8 mi 7.9
HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arnold 3.1 mi 5.6
ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 3.8 mi 8.1
JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis 4.1 mi 3.6
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arnold 3.7 mi 5.5
MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis 4.5 mi 5.1
BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis 4.3 mi 8.5
ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold 4.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,920

Median Home Value

$278,800

Median Rent

$1,087/mo

Population

51,356

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

45

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson, MO 7.8
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 7.8
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO 7.8
ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO 7.8
GREENWOOD ELEM. Greenwood, MO 7.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Point Elem.

What grades does Point Elem. serve?

Point Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Point Elem.?

Point Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Point Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Point Elem. is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Point Elem. rank in MO?

Point Elem. ranks #397 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Point Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Point Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Point Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Point Elem. has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Point Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Point Elem. a Title I school?

No, Point Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

17.6% of students at Point 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

District

MEHLVILLE R-IX
District Enrollment
10,162
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,165
District Rank
#6 of 18

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