Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woerner 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woerner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woerner Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Woerner Elementary School 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 Woerner Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1967 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
45%
15%
White
26%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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 Woerner Elementary School's ranking?
Woerner Elementary School is ranked #1967 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Woerner Elementary School?
349 students attend Woerner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Woerner Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woerner Elementary School?
Woerner Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Woerner Elementary School offer ?
Woerner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woerner Elementary School part of?
Woerner Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Woerner Elementary School located?
Woerner Elementary School is located in the Bevo neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Bevo.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent staff. A true star in the St. louis public school district!
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