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#785 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 35% in state

Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

5000 DAVISON AVE, St. Louis, MO 63120

Enrollment

120

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#31 of 147

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#424 of 1,202

In district

#13 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

School environment

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.

WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED., a regular public elementary school in St. Louis, offers education from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade.

With an enrollment of 120 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1, the school provides personalized attention with 11 full-time equivalent teachers. Located in the heart of a large city, WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. focuses on fostering community engagement and holistic development.

The academic performance at WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. currently reflects room for improvement, as indicated by their MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and state ranking of #1822 out of 2234 schools in Missouri (18th percentile). In terms of proficiency scores, only 4% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, and just 2% are proficient or above in math.

Despite these challenges, the school is dedicated to supporting its diverse student body. WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. sits in a vibrant urban setting within St.

Louis city, offering opportunities for students to engage with their community while receiving educational support tailored to their needs.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 120 students, Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.8Significantly Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5%
Overall Proficiency5%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.7Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,843

Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. — Students at Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 2.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 4.2%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. Compares

See how Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
65th percentile in MO
Academic
1.8/10
1.8/10
Growth
8.8/10
Above average
Environment
9.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers

Location

5000 DAVISON AVE, St. Louis, MO 63120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW PRIMARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Jennings), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WASHINGTON MONTESSORI (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ASPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis 0.3 mi 6.4
HERZOG ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 6.4
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.1
LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis 1.4 mi 3.6
North Side Community School St. Louis 1.5 mi 4.6
HICKEY ELEM. St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.8
FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings 1.6 mi 8.2
FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE Jennings 1.6 mi 3.1
BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.4 mi 4.3
ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis 1.7 mi 6.0
YEATMAN-LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 4.8
EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis 2.0 mi 7.2
RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 1.9 mi 5.7
LACLEDE ELEM. St. Louis 1.8 mi 5.5
JENNINGS HIGH Jennings 2.3 mi 4.5
ROSE JOHNSON JENNINGS JR. HIGH Jennings 2.4 mi 4.2
NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings 2.5 mi 3.0
SUMNER HIGH St. Louis 2.4 mi 4.6
WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings 2.4 mi 1.9
WASHINGTON MONTESSORI St. Louis 2.6 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$34,097

Median Home Value

$52,300

Median Rent

$922/mo

Population

7,227

College Educated

7.8%

Homeownership

44.6%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

30.2%

Median Age

33.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. has a median household income of $34,097. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $52,300, with a median rent of $922/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 6.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.

What grades does Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. serve?

Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.?

Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.?

The student-teacher ratio at Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. rank in MO?

Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is ranked #785 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. has a composite rating of 6.9 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 Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. has 2.5% math proficiency and 4.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. a charter school?

No, Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. a Title I school?

No, Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.?

100.0% of students at Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. 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 – 6th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#13 of 63

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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