Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Herzog 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herzog Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Saint Louis, MO, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herzog Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Our City. Our Schools. Our Future.
School Rankings
Herzog 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 Herzog Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2056 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
15%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herzog Elementary School's ranking?
Herzog Elementary School is ranked #2056 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Herzog Elementary School often compared to?
Herzog Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northview Elementary School, Keeven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Herzog Elementary School?
201 students attend Herzog Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Herzog Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herzog Elementary School?
Herzog Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Herzog Elementary School offer ?
Herzog Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herzog Elementary School part of?
Herzog Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
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