Needs Improvement
#2208 of 2,221 schools in MO
Walter Ambrose Family Center
School · WEBSTER GROVES
222 W CEDAR AVE, St. Louis, MO 63119
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 182 schools in St. Louis. Learn more
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,208 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#189 of 193
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
WEBSTER GROVES
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About Walter Ambrose Family Center
Walter Ambrose Family Center is a public school in St. Louis, MO, part of WEBSTER GROVES. Walter Ambrose Family Center serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Walter Ambrose Family Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,208 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Walter Ambrose Family Center runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Walter Ambrose Family Center Compares
See how Walter Ambrose Family Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
222 W CEDAR AVE, St. Louis, MO 63119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walter Ambrose Family Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. BRENTWOOD EARLY CHILDHD CENTER (rated 5.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. (rated 3.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Kirkwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| FAITH ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.2 mi | — |
| GREAT CIRCLE EDGEWOOD CHILDREN'S CENTER St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| MIRIAM SCHOOL Webster Groves | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HIXSON MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Webster Groves | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| WEBSTER GROVES HIGH St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ST LOUIS St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Webster Groves | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| AVERY ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. Kirkwood | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MCGRATH ELEM. Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| BRENTWOOD EARLY CHILDHD CENTER Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,287
Median Home Value
$330,800
Median Rent
$1,275/mo
Population
34,574
College Educated
64.4%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
40.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walter Ambrose Family Center
What grades does Walter Ambrose Family Center serve?
Walter Ambrose Family Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Walter Ambrose Family Center?
Walter Ambrose Family Center has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter Ambrose Family Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Walter Ambrose Family Center is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walter Ambrose Family Center rank in MO?
Walter Ambrose Family Center ranks #2,208 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Walter Ambrose Family Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Walter Ambrose Family Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Walter Ambrose Family Center a charter school?
No, Walter Ambrose Family Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walter Ambrose Family Center a Title I school?
No, Walter Ambrose Family Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter Ambrose Family Center?
10.5% of students at Walter Ambrose Family Center 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 963-6440
Resources & Links
District
WEBSTER GROVES- District Enrollment
- 4,366
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,734
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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