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Below Average

#1734 of 2,221 schools in MO

Commons Lane Elementary

Elementary School · FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II

2700 DERHAKE RD, Florissant, MO 63033

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,734 of 2,221

In Florissant

#13 of 29

public schools

In district

#11 of 23

FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II

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Commons Lane Elementary

4.9/10

Elementary School in Florissant · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Commons Lane Elementary

Commons Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Florissant, MO, part of FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II. Commons Lane Elementary serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Commons Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,734 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Commons Lane Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,424
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Commons Lane Elementary — Students at Commons Lane Elementary score 24% 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

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
33%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
29%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Commons Lane Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in MO
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

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

2700 DERHAKE RD, Florissant, MO 63033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Commons Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBINWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE Florissant 0.3 mi 6.2
NORTH TECHNICAL Florissant 0.7 mi 5.5
NORTHVIEW Florissant 0.8 mi 4.3
HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY Florissant 0.8 mi 3.6
ACKERMAN Florissant 0.8 mi 3.7
MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant 0.9 mi 5.8
PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.0 mi 4.9
JURY ELEM. Florissant 0.9 mi 4.2
ROBINWOOD ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.1 mi 5.3
KEEVEN ELEM. St. Louis 1.5 mi 3.2
CROSS KEYS MIDDLE Florissant 1.7 mi 2.5
WEDGWOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Florissant 1.7 mi 5.8
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Black Jack 1.5 mi 5.1
MCCLUER HIGH Florissant 1.7 mi 4.8
WALNUT GROVE ELEM. Ferguson 2.1 mi 4.3
LEE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Ferguson 2.3 mi 4.6
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.9 mi 6.0
LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis 2.4 mi 5.1
CENTRAL MIDDLE Florissant 2.1 mi 4.7
NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant 2.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,979

Median Home Value

$157,400

Median Rent

$1,150/mo

Population

42,258

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CARUTHERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Caruthersville, MO 4.9
CLARDY ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 4.9
CLEARWATER ELEMENTARY Piedmont, MO 4.9
CROCKER ELEM. Crocker, MO 4.9
EUNICE THOMAS ELEM. Cassville, MO 4.9
HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico, MO 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Commons Lane Elementary

What grades does Commons Lane Elementary serve?

Commons Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Commons Lane Elementary?

Commons Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Commons Lane Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Commons Lane Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Commons Lane Elementary rank in MO?

Commons Lane Elementary ranks #1,734 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Commons Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Commons Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Commons Lane Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Commons Lane Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Commons Lane Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Commons Lane Elementary a Title I school?

No, Commons Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

99.2% of students at Commons Lane 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

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

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