Serving 406 students in grades 3-5, Halls Ferry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halls Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Halls Ferry Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Halls Ferry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Halls Ferry Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1954 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
88%
15%
White
4%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halls Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Halls Ferry Elementary School is ranked #1954 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Halls Ferry Elementary School?
406 students attend Halls Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Halls Ferry Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halls Ferry Elementary School?
Halls Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Halls Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Halls Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Halls Ferry Elementary School part of?
Halls Ferry Elementary School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2017
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