Serving 351 students in grades 5, Ladue Fifth Grade Center ranks in the top 5% 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 71% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladue Fifth Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ladue Fifth Grade Center's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Ladue Fifth Grade Center ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladue Fifth Grade Center is 0.65, which is more 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
#26 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
54%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladue Fifth Grade Center's ranking?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center is ranked #26 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ladue Fifth Grade Center often compared to?
Ladue Fifth Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Kratz Elementary School, Valley Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ladue Fifth Grade Center?
351 students attend Ladue Fifth Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ladue Fifth Grade Center students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ladue Fifth Grade Center?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ladue Fifth Grade Center offer ?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 5
What school district is Ladue Fifth Grade Center part of?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center is part of Ladue School District.
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