Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elias Michael 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM.'s attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saint Louis, MO, encompassing approximately 66.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a furthest point reaching 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elias Michael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elias Michael Elementary School's student population of 43 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elias Michael 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 Elias Michael Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1872 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elias Michael Elementary School's ranking?
Elias Michael Elementary School is ranked #1872 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Elias Michael Elementary School?
43 students attend Elias Michael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elias Michael Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elias Michael Elementary School?
Elias Michael Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elias Michael Elementary School offer ?
Elias Michael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elias Michael Elementary School part of?
Elias Michael Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Elias Michael Elementary School located?
Elias Michael Elementary School is located in the Carr Square neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 5 other public schools located in Carr Square.
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