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Very Good

#820 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 37% in state

Traditional Sch.

Elementary School · PATTONVILLE R-III

102 FEE FEE RD, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#820 of 2,221

In Maryland Heights

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

PATTONVILLE R-III

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Traditional Sch.

7.0/10

Elementary School in Maryland Heights · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pattonville Heights Middle

4.5/10

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6.9/10

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About Traditional Sch.

Traditional Sch. is a public elementary school in Maryland Heights, MO, part of PATTONVILLE R-III. Traditional Sch. serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Traditional Sch. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #820 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Traditional Sch. show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.5% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,871
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Traditional Sch. — Students at Traditional Sch. score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
44.8%
ELA
54.7%
2025
Math
42.9%
ELA
56.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Traditional Sch. Compares

See how Traditional Sch. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in MO
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

102 FEE FEE RD, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Traditional Sch. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSE ACRES ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BUDER ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby St. Ann), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Maryland Heights, see our Maryland Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PATTONVILLE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Maryland Heights 0.2 mi 4.5
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Maryland Heights 1.2 mi 6.9
BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton 1.3 mi 6.1
PARKWOOD ELEM. Maryland Heights 1.4 mi 5.6
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF GREATER ST LOUIS St. Louis 1.6 mi 7.4
PATTONVILLE Early CHol St. Louis 1.9 mi
HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann 2.0 mi 7.0
ROBERT DRUMMOND ELEM. St. Ann 1.9 mi 5.6
MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE Maryland Heights 1.9 mi 7.1
HOECH MIDDLE St. Ann 1.9 mi 6.6
WILLOW BROOK ELEM. Creve Coeur 2.5 mi 5.0
BUDER ELEM. St. Ann 2.0 mi 7.5
ROSE ACRES ELEM. Maryland Heights 2.2 mi 8.1
PATTONVILLE SR. HIGH Maryland Heights 2.3 mi 6.9
CRAIG ELEM. St. Louis 2.6 mi 5.1
IVELAND ELEM. St. Louis 2.8 mi 4.5
MCKELVEY PRIMARY St. Louis 2.8 mi 6.5
MARION ELEM. St. Louis 2.6 mi 4.6
MIRIAM ACADEMY St. Louis 3.1 mi 7.2
HILLCREST SDA SCHOOL Olivette 3.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,050

Median Home Value

$215,900

Median Rent

$1,175/mo

Population

21,651

College Educated

45%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO 7.0
CLARENCE CANNON ELEM. Elsberry, MO 7.0
CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 7.0
DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO 7.0
EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO 7.0
FLEETRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Traditional Sch.

What grades does Traditional Sch. serve?

Traditional Sch. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Traditional Sch.?

Traditional Sch. has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Traditional Sch.?

The student-teacher ratio at Traditional Sch. is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Traditional Sch. rank in MO?

Traditional Sch. ranks #820 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Traditional Sch.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Traditional Sch. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Traditional Sch.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Traditional Sch. has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Traditional Sch. a charter school?

No, Traditional Sch. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Traditional Sch. a Title I school?

No, Traditional Sch. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Traditional Sch.?

27.1% of students at Traditional Sch. 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

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

PATTONVILLE R-III
District Enrollment
6,128
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,871
District Rank
#3 of 9

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