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Combs Elementary

Elementary School · FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II

300 ST JEAN DR, Florissant, MO 63031

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,290 of 2,221

In Florissant

#5 of 29

public schools

In district

#3 of 23

FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Combs Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Florissant · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Combs Elementary

Combs Elementary is a public elementary school in Florissant, MO, part of FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II. Combs Elementary serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Combs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,290 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Combs Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Combs Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

32% of students at Combs Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,424
Chronic Absenteeism31.7%

Combs Elementary — Students at Combs Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
18%
2024
ELA
17.6%
2025
ELA
26.8%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Combs Elementary Compares

See how Combs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in MO
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

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

300 ST JEAN DR, Florissant, MO 63031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Combs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLD WATER ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant 0.6 mi 6.0
NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant 1.1 mi 7.5
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood 1.2 mi 3.1
STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood 1.2 mi 6.6
MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant 1.2 mi 4.0
WALKER ELEM. Florissant 1.6 mi 6.5
ROBINWOOD ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.5 mi 5.3
MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant 1.5 mi 5.8
PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.5 mi 4.9
MCCLUER HIGH Florissant 1.8 mi 4.8
MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood 1.5 mi 5.1
LAWSON ELEM. Florissant 1.7 mi 7.5
NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant 2.0 mi 1.6
LUSHER ELEM. Florissant 1.9 mi 6.1
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant 2.0 mi 7.5
CROSS KEYS MIDDLE Florissant 1.8 mi 2.5
BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley 2.1 mi 5.6
WALNUT GROVE ELEM. Ferguson 2.1 mi 4.3
WEDGWOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Florissant 2.0 mi 5.8
COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant 2.4 mi 7.1

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
BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 6.0
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO 6.0
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis, MO 6.0
HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton, MO 6.0
HOLCOMB ELEM. Holcomb, MO 6.0
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Combs Elementary

What grades does Combs Elementary serve?

Combs Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Combs Elementary?

Combs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Combs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Combs Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Combs Elementary rank in MO?

Combs Elementary ranks #1,290 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Combs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Combs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Combs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Combs Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Combs Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Combs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Combs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Combs Elementary?

99.0% of students at Combs Elementary 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

District

FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II
District Enrollment
9,336
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,424
District Rank
#3 of 23

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