Serving 562 students in grades 3-5, Gotsch Intermediate 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 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gotsch Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Saint Louis, MO, encompassing approximately 5.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's edge and some as far as 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gotsch Intermediate School's student population of 562 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Gotsch Intermediate 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 Gotsch Intermediate School is 0.45, 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
#1193 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
73%
67%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Capable. Curious. Confident.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gotsch Intermediate School's ranking?
Gotsch Intermediate School is ranked #1193 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gotsch Intermediate School often compared to?
Gotsch Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayless Elementary School, Hancock Place Elementary School, Avery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gotsch Intermediate School?
562 students attend Gotsch Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Gotsch Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gotsch Intermediate School?
Gotsch Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gotsch Intermediate School offer ?
Gotsch Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gotsch Intermediate School part of?
Gotsch Intermediate School is part of Affton 101 School District.
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