Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buder 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buder Elementary serves the southwest part of Saint Louis, MO, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buder Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Buder Elementary School 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 Buder Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1733 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2003–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buder Elementary School's ranking?
Buder Elementary School is ranked #1733 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Buder Elementary School often compared to?
Buder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Buder Elementary School?
359 students attend Buder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Buder Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buder Elementary School?
Buder Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buder Elementary School offer ?
Buder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buder Elementary School part of?
Buder Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Buder Elementary School located?
Buder Elementary School is located in the The Southampton neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Teachers and staff are sarcastic, rude and unprofessional to students, parents, and relatives. Staff members refuse to return phone calls. Profanity is scratched into the bathroom walls. There is no play ground equipment, and "recess" a time for children to run around on a black top slab with nothing to do. Assignments to students are generic and sub par, possibly just pre-made assignments meant for younger children and downloaded off the Internet. No one is ever available to speak with, no matter the time of day you call. My fiance & I called collectively 10 times, with no response. Emergency contact documentation was lost 3 times over the course of 6 months, despite personally handing it to the office. My son had a 103 degree fever, but his mother and I were never contacted. It's no wonder St. Louis Public Schools have lost their accreditation. This is "school" is nothing more than a glorified Day Care center. I will be removing my son from this school at the end of the semester, and I will advise anyone else to do the same.
5 10/10/2025
Buder is amazing! The teachers make real connections with students and are extremely helpful during the pandemic! My child is happier here than any other place they''ve attended!
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