Excellent
#62 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 3% in state
Reed Elementary
Elementary School · LADUE
9060 LADUE, St. Louis, MO 63124
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Louis
#7 of 147
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#47 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 8
LADUE
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Reed Elementary
Reed Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of the LADUE. The school serves approximately 384 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.2th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 72% proficiency in math and 80% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.0/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $188,750, where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Reed Elementary — Students at Reed Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 8.1/10.
How Reed Elementary Compares
See how Reed Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 72% (2019) to 72% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 82% (2019) to 82% (2022).
Location
9060 LADUE, St. Louis, MO 63124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Reed Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CONWAY ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MERAMEC ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Clayton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| LOGOS SCHOOL Olivette | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| ANNUNZIATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | — |
| H F EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| H.F. EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| MERAMEC ELEM. Clayton | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 1.5 mi | — |
| OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| THE FREEDOM SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 9.5 |
| BARBARA JORDAN ELEM. University City | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH Brentwood | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MARY INSTITUTE & ST LOUIS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,750
Median Home Value
$967,300
Median Rent
$1,812/mo
Population
11,009
College Educated
85%
Homeownership
74.8%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
47.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Reed Elementary has a median household income of $188,750. It is a well-educated community where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $967,300, with a median rent of $1,812/month. The local poverty rate of 2.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clearview Elementary Union, MO | 8.8 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 8.8 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton, MO | 8.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View, MO | 8.8 |
| PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville, MO | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Reed Elementary
What grades does Reed Elementary serve?
Reed Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Reed Elementary?
Reed Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Reed Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Reed Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Reed Elementary rank in MO?
Reed Elementary is ranked #62 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Reed Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Reed Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 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 Reed Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Reed Elementary has 72.0% math proficiency and 80.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Reed Elementary a charter school?
No, Reed Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Reed Elementary a Title I school?
No, Reed Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reed Elementary?
7.8% of students at Reed 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 991-1456
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LADUE- District Enrollment
- 4,482
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,032
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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