Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, F. P. Tillman Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: F. P. Tillman Elementary serves the eastern part of Saint Louis, MO, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F. P. Tillman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
F. P. Tillman Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
F. P. Tillman Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F. P. Tillman Elementary School 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
#211 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F. P. Tillman Elementary School's ranking?
F. P. Tillman Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are F. P. Tillman Elementary School often compared to?
F. P. Tillman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W. W. Keysor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend F. P. Tillman Elementary School?
457 students attend F. P. Tillman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of F. P. Tillman Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F. P. Tillman Elementary School?
F. P. Tillman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does F. P. Tillman Elementary School offer ?
F. P. Tillman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is F. P. Tillman Elementary School part of?
F. P. Tillman Elementary School is part of Kirkwood R-VII School District.
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