Serving 337 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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- 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 337 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. 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
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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?
337 students attend Avery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Avery Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avery Elementary School?
Avery Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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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