Serving 322 students in grades 5, Ladue Fifth Grade Center ranks in the top 1% 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 76% (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 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 74% (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 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ladue Fifth Grade Center ranks within the top 1% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladue Fifth Grade Center is 0.66, which is more 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
#20 out of 2076 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
14%
15%
White
54%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladue Fifth Grade Center's ranking?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center is ranked #20 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
322 students attend Ladue Fifth Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ladue Fifth Grade Center students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ladue Fifth Grade Center?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ladue Fifth Grade Center offer ?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ladue Fifth Grade Center part of?
Ladue Fifth Grade Center is part of Ladue School District.
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