Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Central 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Saint Louis, MO, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, and the furthest edge being 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
89%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
3%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bermuda Elementary School, Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MO state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
250 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
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