Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Laclede 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laclede Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laclede Elementary School's student population of 229 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laclede Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laclede Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2050 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
100%
15%
White
n/a
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
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 Laclede Elementary School's ranking?
Laclede Elementary School is ranked #2050 out of 2,084 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Laclede Elementary School?
229 students attend Laclede Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Laclede Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laclede Elementary School?
Laclede Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laclede Elementary School offer ?
Laclede Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Laclede Elementary School part of?
Laclede Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Laclede Elementary School located?
Laclede Elementary School is located in the Wells Goodfellow neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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