Below Average
#1900 of 2,221 schools in MO
South City
Elementary School · CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES
3112 MERAMEC, St. Louis, MO 63118
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,900 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#140 of 193
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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South City
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South City
South City is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES. South City serves approximately 782 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio.
South City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,900 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for South City show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
South City is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
36% of students at South City were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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South City — Students at South City score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 2.3/10.
How South City Compares
See how South City performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3112 MERAMEC, St. Louis, MO 63118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South City may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK HILL ELEM. (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MERAMEC ELEM. St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CARNAHAN SCH. OF THE FUTURE St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Carnahan Middle St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| FROEBEL ELEM. St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD GRAVOIS PARK St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| MONROE ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Kairos High St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| WOODWARD ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| OAK HILL ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MANN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,268
Median Home Value
$210,900
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
25,645
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREEN TREE ELEM. Lake St. Louis, MO | 4.4 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs, MO | 4.4 |
| ANDERSON ELEM. Anderson, MO | 4.5 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 4.5 |
| M. L. KING ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South City
What grades does South City serve?
South City serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend South City?
South City has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South City?
The student-teacher ratio at South City is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South City rank in MO?
South City ranks #1,900 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is South City's MySchoolScout rating?
South City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 South City?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South City has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South City a charter school?
Yes, South City is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is South City a Title I school?
No, South City is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South City?
99.6% of students at South City 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 782
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (314) 481-4700
Resources & Links
District
CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES- District Enrollment
- 2,274
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,552
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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