The top reported proficiency rate is 17% in English language arts. The lowest is 9% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Woerner Elem
Woerner Elementary is a regular public school in the St. Louis City district, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It operates as a neighborhood school in a residential part of the city, drawing its student body from the surrounding area. The school is neither a charter nor a magnet, and no special designation was noted in the available records.
State assessment data for the most recent testing year paints a clear picture of academic performance. In mathematics, the share of students scoring proficient or above was very low in third grade and fell further in fourth and fifth grades. English language arts results showed a similar pattern: roughly a quarter of third graders met proficiency, but that figure dropped to about one in seven for the upper grades. Science, tested only in fifth grade, also saw proficiency at a low level. When the school’s overall performance across all tested subjects and grades is compared with other elementary schools in St. Louis city, it sits in the bottom quarter. These results are well below what is typical for the state, and a parent considering this school would want to look into the school’s academic support efforts and any plans for improvement.
The student body is modest in size for an elementary school serving pre-K through fifth grade. Economically, every student qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting high levels of need in the attendance zone. Racially and ethnically, the school is diverse: Black students are the largest group, followed by White, Hispanic, Asian, and students who identify as two or more races. No data was available on the number of students with disabilities or English learners, so a parent with specific questions about those supports may wish to ask the school directly.
Housing in the area around Woerner is relatively affordable compared with statewide figures, and rents are moderate by national standards. This makes the neighborhood accessible to families with a range of incomes. The larger city of St. Louis is an independent municipality with a mixed economy anchored by major employers such as the Federal Reserve Bank, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, and several large hospitals and research universities. Cultural attractions including the Gateway Arch, Forest Park, the Saint Louis Zoo, and a variety of museums are within the city, offering families access to amenities beyond the school itself. No recent parent-relevant changes in the district’s policies or programs were reported in publicly available materials.
For a family weighing options, Woerner Elementary offers a neighborhood school in a city with abundant cultural and economic resources, but its academic results are a significant soft spot. The school’s proficiency rates are low in every tested subject and grade, and the comparison with other city schools confirms that this is an outlier at the lower end. A parent interested in this school would benefit from learning more about classroom instruction, intervention programs, and any initiatives aimed at raising achievement. The school may work well for families who prioritize a local, walkable school and are prepared to be active partners in their child’s education, but those seeking a track record of strong test performance will find that the data does not support that expectation.
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