Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.'s student population of 120 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
You Can Go Anywhere From Here!
School Rankings
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. 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 Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is 0.02, 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
#2045 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
99%
15%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
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 Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.'s ranking?
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is ranked #2045 out of 2,076 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 40% MO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.?
120 students attend Walbridge Elem. Community Ed..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walbridge Elem. Community Ed.?
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. offer ?
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. part of?
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. located?
Walbridge Elem. Community Ed. is located in the Walnut Park East neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Walnut Park East.
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