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Below Average

#1943 of 2,221 schools in MO

Brown Elem.

Elementary School · HAZELWOOD

3325 CHICORY CREEK LN, Florissant, MO 63031

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,943 of 2,221

In Florissant

#21 of 29

public schools

In district

#19 of 31

HAZELWOOD

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Brown Elem.

4.3/10

Elementary School in Florissant · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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About Brown Elem.

Brown Elem. is a public elementary school in Florissant, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Brown Elem. serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,943 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Brown Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.9% (2024 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.4 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,977
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Brown Elem. — Students at Brown Elem. score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
35.9%
ELA
32.2%
2025
ELA
27.9%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Brown Elem. Compares

See how Brown Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
13th percentile in MO
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3325 CHICORY CREEK LN, Florissant, MO 63031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brown Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLD WATER ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH Florissant 0.2 mi 4.4
CENTRAL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Florissant 0.3 mi 4.6
COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant 0.5 mi 7.1
OAK BRIDGE Florissant 0.6 mi
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant 0.8 mi 7.5
BARRINGTON ELEM. Florissant 1.3 mi 5.0
WALKER ELEM. Florissant 1.5 mi 6.5
WEDGWOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Florissant 1.7 mi 5.8
CROSS KEYS MIDDLE Florissant 1.7 mi 2.5
NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant 1.6 mi 1.6
NORTH MIDDLE Florissant 1.8 mi 2.1
LUSHER ELEM. Florissant 1.9 mi 6.1
MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant 2.1 mi 4.0
MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant 2.1 mi
PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY Florissant 2.7 mi 4.9
HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY Florissant 2.6 mi 3.6
COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant 2.8 mi 6.0
LAWSON ELEM. Florissant 2.6 mi 7.5
MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant 3.0 mi 5.8
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant 3.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,783

Median Home Value

$144,500

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

50,258

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City, MO 4.3
B. BANNEKER ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 4.3
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO 4.3
EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore, MO 4.3
ELIOT BATTLE ELEMENTARY Columbia, MO 4.3
HICKEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brown Elem.

What grades does Brown Elem. serve?

Brown Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brown Elem.?

Brown Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Brown Elem. is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brown Elem. rank in MO?

Brown Elem. ranks #1,943 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Brown Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Brown Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Brown Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brown Elem. a charter school?

No, Brown Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brown Elem. a Title I school?

No, Brown Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown Elem.?

65.6% of students at Brown 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

HAZELWOOD
District Enrollment
16,262
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,977
District Rank
#19 of 31

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