Serving 389 students in grades 3-5, Halls Ferry 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 19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halls Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Halls Ferry Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Halls Ferry 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 Halls Ferry Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1880 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
85%
15%
White
5%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
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 Halls Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Halls Ferry Elementary School is ranked #1880 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 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Halls Ferry Elementary School?
389 students attend Halls Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Halls Ferry Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halls Ferry Elementary School?
Halls Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Halls Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Halls Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halls Ferry Elementary School part of?
Halls Ferry Elementary School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
School Reviews
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