Very Good
#739 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 33% in state
Wohlwend Elem.
Elementary School · MEHLVILLE R-IX
5966 TELEGRAPH RD, St. Louis, MO 63129
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#739 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#45 of 193
public schools
In district
#10 of 18
MEHLVILLE R-IX
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Wohlwend Elem.
Wohlwend Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of MEHLVILLE R-IX. Wohlwend Elem. serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio.
Wohlwend Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #739 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Wohlwend Elem. show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Wohlwend Elem. — Students at Wohlwend Elem. score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 9.2/10.
How Wohlwend Elem. Compares
See how Wohlwend Elem. 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
5966 TELEGRAPH RD, St. Louis, MO 63129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wohlwend Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEASLEY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOSAIC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAKVILLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| OAKVILLE SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| POINT ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| OAKVILLE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| BLADES ELEM. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST MARGARET MARY ALACOQUE SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 2.6 mi | 3.6 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| BERNARD MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ROGERS ELEM. St. Louis | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| At Home Academy St. Louis | 3.8 mi | — |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| FOX ELEM. Arnold | 3.5 mi | 3.9 |
| FOX MIDDLE Arnold | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| FOX SR. HIGH Arnold | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,920
Median Home Value
$278,800
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
51,356
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLADES ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin, MO | 7.1 |
| COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant, MO | 7.1 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 7.1 |
| HERMANN ELEM. Hermann, MO | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wohlwend Elem.
What grades does Wohlwend Elem. serve?
Wohlwend Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wohlwend Elem.?
Wohlwend Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wohlwend Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Wohlwend Elem. 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 Wohlwend Elem. rank in MO?
Wohlwend Elem. ranks #739 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Wohlwend Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Wohlwend Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Wohlwend Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wohlwend Elem. has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wohlwend Elem. a charter school?
No, Wohlwend Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wohlwend Elem. a Title I school?
No, Wohlwend Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wohlwend Elem.?
24.5% of students at Wohlwend Elem. 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (314) 467-6500
Resources & Links
District
MEHLVILLE R-IX- District Enrollment
- 10,162
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,165
- District Rank
- #10 of 18
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