Very Good
#395 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 18% in state
Dressel Elementary School
Elementary School · LINDBERGH SCHOOLS
10911 TESSON FERRY ROAD, St. Louis, MO 63123
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#395 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#26 of 193
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Dressel Elementary School
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About Dressel Elementary School
Dressel Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of LINDBERGH SCHOOLS. Dressel Elementary School serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dressel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #395 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Dressel Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Dressel Elementary School — Students at Dressel Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 24 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: 8.9/10.
How Dressel Elementary School Compares
See how Dressel Elementary School 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
10911 TESSON FERRY ROAD, St. Louis, MO 63123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dressel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSAIC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LONG ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST SIMON THE APOSTLE St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| COR JESU ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| SAPPINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| LINDBERGH SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MESNIER PRIMARY SCH. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| GOTSCH INTERMEDIATE SCH. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHVIEW Crestwood | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTHVIEW HIGH Crestwood | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| KENNERLY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LONG ELEM. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| AFFTON HIGH St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,187
Median Home Value
$205,300
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
49,826
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 7.8 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 7.8 |
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 7.8 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa, MO | 7.8 |
| JEFFRIES ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dressel Elementary School
What grades does Dressel Elementary School serve?
Dressel Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dressel Elementary School?
Dressel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dressel Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dressel Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dressel Elementary School rank in MO?
Dressel Elementary School ranks #395 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Dressel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dressel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Dressel Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dressel Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Dressel Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dressel Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dressel Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dressel Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dressel Elementary School?
16.9% of students at Dressel Elementary School 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
- 628
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (314) 729-2485
Resources & Links
District
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,497
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,046
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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