Average
#1620 of 2,221 schools in MO
Crestwood Elem.
Elementary School · LINDBERGH SCHOOLS
1020 S SAPPINGTON RD, St. Louis, MO 63126
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,620 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#100 of 193
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Crestwood Elem.
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About Crestwood Elem.
Crestwood Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of LINDBERGH SCHOOLS. Crestwood Elem. serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
Crestwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,620 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Crestwood Elem. show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Crestwood Elem. — Students at Crestwood Elem. score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 3.3/10.
How Crestwood Elem. Compares
See how Crestwood 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
1020 S SAPPINGTON RD, St. Louis, MO 63126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crestwood Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLARK ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LONG ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAPPINGTON ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LONG ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. Kirkwood | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTHVIEW Crestwood | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTHVIEW HIGH Crestwood | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| ST JUSTIN MARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD ED CENTER WEST St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| SAPPINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HIXSON MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,795
Median Home Value
$287,000
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
15,373
College Educated
55.8%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar, MO | 5.2 |
| CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 5.2 |
| ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO | 5.2 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO | 5.2 |
| FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove, MO | 5.2 |
| GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crestwood Elem.
What grades does Crestwood Elem. serve?
Crestwood Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Crestwood Elem.?
Crestwood Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crestwood Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Crestwood Elem. is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crestwood Elem. rank in MO?
Crestwood Elem. ranks #1,620 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Crestwood Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Crestwood Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Crestwood Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crestwood Elem. has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Crestwood Elem. a charter school?
No, Crestwood Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crestwood Elem. a Title I school?
No, Crestwood Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crestwood Elem.?
10.7% of students at Crestwood 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (314) 729-2430
Resources & Links
District
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,497
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,046
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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