Excellent
#209 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 9% in state
Spoede Elementary
Elementary School · LADUE
425 N SPOEDE RD, St. Louis, MO 63141
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#209 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#15 of 193
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
LADUE
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Spoede Elementary
Spoede Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of LADUE. Spoede Elementary serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Spoede Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Spoede Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Spoede Elementary — Students at Spoede Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 7.6/10.
How Spoede Elementary Compares
See how Spoede Elementary 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
425 N SPOEDE RD, St. Louis, MO 63141
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spoede Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CONWAY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Olivette), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| MARY INSTITUTE & ST LOUIS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| WILLOW BROOK ELEM. Creve Coeur | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Olivette | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HILLCREST SDA SCHOOL Olivette | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MIRIAM ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HARPER SCHOOL, LLC Frontenac | 2.0 mi | — |
| LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| CRAIG ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF GREATER ST LOUIS St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,917
Median Home Value
$571,900
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
20,640
College Educated
69.1%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.3 |
| CALIFORNIA ELEM. California, MO | 8.3 |
| FORDLAND ELEM. Fordland, MO | 8.3 |
| HOUSTON ELEM. Houston, MO | 8.3 |
| MARIONVILLE ELEM Marionville, MO | 8.3 |
| PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra, MO | 8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spoede Elementary
What grades does Spoede Elementary serve?
Spoede Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Spoede Elementary?
Spoede Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spoede Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spoede Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spoede Elementary rank in MO?
Spoede Elementary ranks #209 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Spoede Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spoede Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Spoede Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spoede Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Spoede Elementary a charter school?
No, Spoede Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spoede Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spoede Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spoede Elementary?
11.5% of students at Spoede 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (314) 432-4438
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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