Serving 292 students in grades 3-5, Griffith 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 13% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Griffith Elementary serves the southeast part of Saint Louis, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically spend 5-10 minutes driving to the school, and the distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone averages 0.7 miles, extending up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griffith Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Griffith 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 Griffith Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1958 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
90%
15%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griffith Elementary School's ranking?
Griffith Elementary School is ranked #1958 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Griffith Elementary School often compared to?
Griffith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duchesne Elementary School, Halls Ferry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Griffith Elementary School?
292 students attend Griffith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Griffith Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griffith Elementary School?
Griffith Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Griffith Elementary School offer ?
Griffith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Griffith Elementary School part of?
Griffith Elementary School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
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