Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Avery Elementary School 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 74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Avery Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Follow your passion. Live your dream.
School Rankings
Avery Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avery Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#23 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
86%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
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 Avery Elementary School's ranking?
Avery Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Avery Elementary School often compared to?
Avery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Avery Elementary School?
350 students attend Avery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Avery Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avery Elementary School?
Avery Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Avery Elementary School offer ?
Avery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avery Elementary School part of?
Avery Elementary School is part of Webster Groves School District.
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