Very Good
#738 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 33% in state
Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.
Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY
5329 COLUMBIA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63139
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Louis
#29 of 147
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#407 of 1,202
In district
#11 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.
SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. is an elementary school located in the heart of St. Louis, offering a unique blend of visual and performing arts education to students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.
With 281 students enrolled, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention. The faculty consists of 26 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to fostering creativity and academic growth. While the current MySchoolScout rating is 4.3 out of 10 and the state ranking places it at 1649 out of 2234 schools in Missouri (26th percentile), SHAW VISUAL/PERF.
ARTS CTR. continues to focus on student development and offers a rich arts curriculum that sets it apart from other local schools. The school's academic performance, as measured by the ELA reading proficiency rate at 15% and math proficiency at 10%, highlights areas where further growth is needed but also underscores the unique educational approach it provides. SHAW VISUAL/PERF.
ARTS CTR. sits in a vibrant part of St. Louis city, surrounded by cultural institutions and community resources that complement its mission to inspire young minds through the arts.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. — Students at Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
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 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: 8.0/10.
How Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. Compares
See how Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 12% (2019) to 12% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 17% (2019) to 17% (2022).
Location
5329 COLUMBIA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MASON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ST LOUIS UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH CITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER St. Louis | 1.3 mi | — |
| MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| BUDER ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| FOREST PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,749
Median Home Value
$199,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
21,811
College Educated
49.4%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
35.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. has a median household income of $74,749. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,400, with a median rent of $1,086/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWERMAN ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.0 |
| CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clinton, MO | 7.0 |
| FREDERICKTOWN INTERMEDIATE Fredericktown, MO | 7.0 |
| IBERIA ELEM. Iberia, MO | 7.0 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia, MO | 7.0 |
| KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.
What grades does Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. serve?
Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.?
Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. rank in MO?
Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. is ranked #738 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. has a composite rating of 7.0 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 Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. has 10.5% math proficiency and 15.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. a charter school?
No, Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. a Title I school?
No, Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr.?
100.0% of students at Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Ctr. 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
- City Safety
- High (7,108/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Phone
- (314) 776-5091
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #11 of 63
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