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#32 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 1% in state

Crystal City Elem.

Elementary School · CRYSTAL CITY 47

600 MISSISSIPPI, Crystal City, MO 63019

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#32 of 2,221

In Crystal City

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

CRYSTAL CITY 47

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Crystal City Elem.

9.1/10

Elementary School in Crystal City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Crystal City Elem.

Crystal City Elem. is a public elementary school in Crystal City, MO, part of CRYSTAL CITY 47. Crystal City Elem. serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Crystal City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Crystal City Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.7 pts above MO schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+10.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.2% (2024 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,404
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Crystal City Elem. — Students at Crystal City Elem. score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.2% (2024 MAP)

Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
50.1%
ELA
47.2%
2025
Math
70.5%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Crystal City Elem. Compares

See how Crystal City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
99th percentile in MO
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

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

600 MISSISSIPPI, Crystal City, MO 63019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crystal City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES E. FREER ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Barnhart), with a comparable rating. Another option is FESTUS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Festus), a more accessible option. Additionally, PLATTIN PRIMARY (rated 6.7/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Festus), 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 5.4
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 8.0
FESTUS INTERMEDIATE Festus 2.0 mi 5.5
FESTUS SR. HIGH Festus 2.0 mi 6.7
FESTUS MIDDLE Festus 2.1 mi 5.9
HERCULANEUM HIGH Herculaneum 2.8 mi 7.1
TAYLOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Herculaneum 2.9 mi
SENN-THOMAS MIDDLE Herculaneum 3.4 mi 3.7
PEVELY ELEM. Pevely 4.2 mi 5.3
PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus 4.8 mi 6.7
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Festus 5.0 mi 7.4
TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE Festus 5.3 mi 3.5
JEFFERSON R-VII PRESCHOOL Festus 5.3 mi 3.2
DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE Festus 5.3 mi 7.8
MAPAVILLE SCHOOL Mapaville 5.7 mi 2.8
JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart 7.7 mi 8.7
Valmeyer High School Valmeyer 8.0 mi 6.0
Valmeyer Elementary School Valmeyer 8.0 mi 4.5

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

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NEW HAVEN ELEM. New Haven, MO 9.1
OAK BROOK ELEM. Ballwin, MO 9.1
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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. ranks #32 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Crystal City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Crystal City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Crystal City Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crystal City Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

CRYSTAL CITY 47
District Enrollment
550
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,404
District Rank
#1 of 2

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