Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elias Michael 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elias Michael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elias Michael Elementary School's student population of 43 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elias Michael 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 Elias Michael Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1858 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
77%
15%
White
11%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elias Michael Elementary School's ranking?
Elias Michael Elementary School is ranked #1858 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Elias Michael Elementary School?
43 students attend Elias Michael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elias Michael Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elias Michael Elementary School?
Elias Michael Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elias Michael Elementary School offer ?
Elias Michael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Elias Michael Elementary School part of?
Elias Michael Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Elias Michael Elementary School located?
Elias Michael Elementary School is located in the Carr Square neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 5 other public schools located in Carr Square.
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