Very Good
#724 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 33% in state
Cold Water Elem.
Elementary School · HAZELWOOD
1105 WIETHAUPT RD, Florissant, MO 63031
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#724 of 2,221
In Florissant
#2 of 29
public schools
In district
#3 of 31
HAZELWOOD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Cold Water Elem.
Elementary School in Florissant · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Brown Elem.
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About Cold Water Elem.
Cold Water Elem. is a public elementary school in Florissant, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Cold Water Elem. serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cold Water Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #724 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Cold Water Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Cold Water Elem. — Students at Cold Water Elem. score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Cold Water Elem. Compares
See how Cold Water 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
1105 WIETHAUPT RD, Florissant, MO 63031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cold Water Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WALKER ELEM. (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROWN ELEM. Florissant | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH Florissant | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| OAK BRIDGE Florissant | 0.8 mi | — |
| CENTRAL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Florissant | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| WALKER ELEM. Florissant | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant | 1.2 mi | 1.6 |
| LUSHER ELEM. Florissant | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| CROSS KEYS MIDDLE Florissant | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| WEDGWOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Florissant | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BARRINGTON ELEM. Florissant | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant | 1.7 mi | — |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Florissant | 2.2 mi | 2.1 |
| HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BLADES ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin, MO | 7.1 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 7.1 |
| HERMANN ELEM. Hermann, MO | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cold Water Elem.
What grades does Cold Water Elem. serve?
Cold Water Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cold Water Elem.?
Cold Water Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cold Water Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cold Water Elem. is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cold Water Elem. rank in MO?
Cold Water Elem. ranks #724 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Cold Water Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cold Water Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Cold Water Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cold Water Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cold Water Elem. a charter school?
No, Cold Water Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cold Water Elem. a Title I school?
No, Cold Water Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cold Water Elem.?
66.9% of students at Cold Water 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
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (314) 953-4150
Resources & Links
District
HAZELWOOD- District Enrollment
- 16,262
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,977
- District Rank
- #3 of 31
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