Average
#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
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
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
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Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. — Students at Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. score 5% 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: 8.8/10.
How Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. Compares
See how Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 2.5% (2019) to 2.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 2.5% (2019) to 7.5% (2022).
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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
| LEOPOLD ELEM. Leopold, MO | 6.9 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
| PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
| SHELL KNOB ELEM. Shell Knob, MO | 6.9 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
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
- Phone
- (314) 383-1829
- 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
- #13 of 63
Other Schools in This District
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