Needs Improvement
#2203 of 2,221 schools in MO
Armstrong Elem.
Elementary School · HAZELWOOD
6255 HOWDERSHELL RD, Hazelwood, MO 63042
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,203 of 2,221
In Hazelwood
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#28 of 31
HAZELWOOD
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Armstrong Elem.
Elementary School in Hazelwood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Armstrong Elem.
Armstrong Elem. is a public elementary school in Hazelwood, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Armstrong Elem. serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Armstrong Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,203 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Armstrong Elem. show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Armstrong Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Armstrong Elem. — Students at Armstrong Elem. score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Armstrong Elem. Compares
See how Armstrong Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6255 HOWDERSHELL RD, Hazelwood, MO 63042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Armstrong Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUSSELL ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALKER ELEM. (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazelwood, see our Hazelwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH Hazelwood | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| RUSSELL ELEM. Hazelwood | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hazelwood | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST MIDDLE Hazelwood | 1.8 mi | 1.9 |
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant | 2.9 mi | — |
| LUSHER ELEM. Florissant | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant | 3.0 mi | 1.6 |
| HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PATTONVILLE Early CHol St. Louis | 3.4 mi | — |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WALKER ELEM. Florissant | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ROBERT DRUMMOND ELEM. St. Ann | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,384
Median Home Value
$138,800
Median Rent
$939/mo
Population
17,953
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SUNRISE ELEM. Richmond, MO | 3.0 |
| MEADOW LANE ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 2.9 |
| ADVANCE ELEM. Advance, MO | 3.2 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
| KEEVEN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
| KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Armstrong Elem.
What grades does Armstrong Elem. serve?
Armstrong Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Armstrong Elem.?
Armstrong Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Elem. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Armstrong Elem. rank in MO?
Armstrong Elem. ranks #2,203 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Armstrong Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Armstrong Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Armstrong Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Armstrong Elem. has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Armstrong Elem. a charter school?
No, Armstrong Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Armstrong Elem. a Title I school?
No, Armstrong Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Armstrong Elem.?
76.9% of students at Armstrong Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (314) 953-4000
Resources & Links
District
HAZELWOOD- District Enrollment
- 16,262
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,977
- District Rank
- #28 of 31
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