Very Good
#450 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 20% in state
Ross Elem.
Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2
1150 ROSS AVE, St. Louis, MO 63146
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#450 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#31 of 193
public schools
In district
#10 of 29
PARKWAY C-2
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Ross Elem.
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About Ross Elem.
Ross Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Ross Elem. serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Ross Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #450 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ross Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ross Elem. — Students at Ross Elem. score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 8.6/10.
How Ross Elem. Compares
See how Ross 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
1150 ROSS AVE, St. Louis, MO 63146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ross Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELLERIVE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Creve Coeur), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SPOEDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH HIGH St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MCKELVEY PRIMARY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CRAIG ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE Maryland Heights | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| WHITFIELD SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ROSSMAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| INCARNATE WORD PARISH SCHOOL Chesterfield | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| THE MOOG CENTER FOR DEAF EDUCATION St. Louis | 3.1 mi | — |
| SPOEDE ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 3.0 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY St. Louis | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| RIVER BEND ELEM. Chesterfield | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Chesterfield | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,724
Median Home Value
$283,600
Median Rent
$1,315/mo
Population
30,917
College Educated
62.3%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOURBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 7.7 |
| COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.7 |
| FATIMA ELEM. Westphalia, MO | 7.7 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty, MO | 7.7 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City, MO | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ross Elem.
What grades does Ross Elem. serve?
Ross Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ross Elem.?
Ross Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ross Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Ross Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ross Elem. rank in MO?
Ross Elem. ranks #450 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ross Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Ross Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Ross Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ross Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ross Elem. a charter school?
No, Ross Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ross Elem. a Title I school?
No, Ross Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ross Elem.?
29.0% of students at Ross 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
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (314) 415-6700
Resources & Links
District
PARKWAY C-2- District Enrollment
- 16,924
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,983
- District Rank
- #10 of 29
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