Very Good
#424 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 19% in state
Crystal City Elem.
Elementary School · CRYSTAL CITY 47
600 MISSISSIPPI, Crystal City, MO 63019
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Crystal City
#1 of 2
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#254 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 2
CRYSTAL CITY 47
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very strong
About Crystal City Elem.
Crystal City Elementary serves 323 students from prekindergarten through sixth grade in Jefferson County, Missouri. With 28 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #431 out of 2,234 Missouri elementary schools, placing it in the 81st percentile statewide.
Students show particular strength in reading and language arts, with 52% achieving proficiency or above, while mathematics performance shows room for growth with 42% of students meeting proficiency standards. Crystal City Elementary operates as a regular public school in a community where families have a median household income of $62,273 and median home values of $165,700. The surrounding ZIP code area has a population of 4,489 residents, with 18% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 13.5%.
Located on Mississippi Street, the school serves families in this large suburban setting in Jefferson County, providing a stable educational foundation for young learners in the Crystal City community.
Score Breakdown
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Crystal City Elem. — Students at Crystal City Elem. score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 7.7/10.
How Crystal City Elem. Compares
See how Crystal City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 39% (2019) to 42% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 52% (2022).
Location
600 MISSISSIPPI, Crystal City, MO 63019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crystal City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEVELY ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Pevely), with a comparable rating. Another option is PLATTIN PRIMARY (rated 6.7/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Festus), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JAMES E. FREER ELEM. (rated 6.5/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Barnhart), a more accessible option. For more schools in Crystal City, see our Crystal City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRYSTAL CITY HIGH Crystal City | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| TWIN CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Festus | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Festus | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| FESTUS ELEM. Festus | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| FESTUS INTERMEDIATE Festus | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| FESTUS SR. HIGH Festus | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FESTUS MIDDLE Festus | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HERCULANEUM HIGH Herculaneum | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| TAYLOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Herculaneum | 2.9 mi | — |
| SENN-THOMAS MIDDLE Herculaneum | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| PEVELY ELEM. Pevely | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Festus | 5.0 mi | 5.3 |
| TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE Festus | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
| JEFFERSON R-VII PRESCHOOL Festus | 5.3 mi | 5.2 |
| DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE Festus | 5.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MAPAVILLE SCHOOL Mapaville | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart | 7.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Valmeyer High School Valmeyer | 8.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Valmeyer Elementary School Valmeyer | 8.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,700
Median Home Value
$170,000
Median Rent
$887/mo
Population
4,490
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
41.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Crystal City Elem. has a median household income of $64,700. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,000, with a median rent of $887/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AC PREP ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.6 |
| CLER-MONT ELEM. Independence, MO | 7.6 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Hillsboro, MO | 7.6 |
| HOLLIDAY MONTESSORI Kansas City, MO | 7.6 |
| LAKELAND ELEM. Deepwater, MO | 7.6 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crystal City Elem.
What grades does Crystal City Elem. serve?
Crystal City Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Crystal City Elem.?
Crystal City Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crystal City Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Crystal City Elem. is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crystal City Elem. rank in MO?
Crystal City Elem. is ranked #424 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Crystal City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Crystal City Elem. has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Crystal City Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Crystal City Elem. has 37.7% math proficiency and 53.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Crystal City Elem. a charter school?
No, Crystal City Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crystal City Elem. a Title I school?
No, Crystal City Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crystal City Elem.?
45.8% of students at Crystal City 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 323
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (636) 937-4411
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CRYSTAL CITY 47- District Enrollment
- 550
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,404
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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