Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Brittany Woods 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 25% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brittany Woods' attendance zone covers the entire district in Saint Louis, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brittany Woods's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brittany Woods ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brittany Woods is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1790 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
6%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brittany Woods's ranking?
Brittany Woods is ranked #1790 out of 2,076 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Brittany Woods?
557 students attend Brittany Woods.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brittany Woods students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brittany Woods?
Brittany Woods has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brittany Woods offer ?
Brittany Woods offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brittany Woods part of?
Brittany Woods is part of University City School District.
School Reviews
Review Brittany Woods. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
