Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Reed Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Reed Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Reed Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 2084 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
71%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Reed Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Reed Elementary School often compared to?
Reed Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Bonhomme Elementary School, Conway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Reed Elementary School?
384 students attend Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Reed Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reed Elementary School?
Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Reed Elementary School offer ?
Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reed Elementary School part of?
Reed Elementary School is part of Ladue School District.
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