Sappington Elem.

Sappington Elementary serves 503 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in St. Louis County, earning recognition as one of Missouri's higher-performing elementary schools. Ranked 447th out of 2,234 schools statewide, the school places in the 80th percentile with a solid 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout.

The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 59% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 52% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, Sappington maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.8 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. Located at 11011 Gravois Road, the school serves an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $105,307 and 56% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 5.4% and median home values of $269,800 reflect a stable, well-established residential area that prioritizes education. Sappington Elementary benefits from its position in this large suburban setting, drawing families who value academic achievement and community involvement. The combination of strong test scores, reasonable class sizes, and an engaged parent community creates an environment where elementary students can build solid educational foundations.