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#2038 of 2,221 schools in MO

Fox Elem.

Elementary School · FOX C-6

739 JEFFCO BLVD, Arnold, MO 63010

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,038 of 2,221

In Arnold

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#18 of 18

FOX C-6

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Fox Elem.

3.9/10

Elementary School in Arnold · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Fox Middle

6.5/10

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4.8/10

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About Fox Elem.

Fox Elem. is a public elementary school in Arnold, MO, part of FOX C-6. Fox Elem. serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fox Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,038 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Fox Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 7.4
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-8.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,100
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Fox Elem. — Students at Fox Elem. score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 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
56%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
49.2%
ELA
46.1%
2025
Math
39.4%
ELA
38.4%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Fox Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in MO
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

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

739 JEFFCO BLVD, Arnold, MO 63010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fox Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONE DELL ELEM. (rated 9.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHERWOOD ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arnold, see our Arnold schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FOX MIDDLE Arnold 0.1 mi 6.5
FOX SR. HIGH Arnold 0.1 mi 4.8
DON EARL EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Arnold 0.3 mi 5.2
HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arnold 1.3 mi 5.6
SHERWOOD ELEM. Arnold 1.8 mi 8.8
HAGEMANN ELEM. St. Louis 2.1 mi 7.2
ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 2.5 mi 8.1
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arnold 2.6 mi 5.5
WASHINGTON MIDDLE St. Louis 2.9 mi 8.5
TRAUTWEIN ELEM. St. Louis 3.0 mi 6.9
ROGERS ELEM. St. Louis 2.7 mi 5.7
ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold 3.1 mi 8.8
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arnold 3.0 mi 8.2
BLADES ELEM. St. Louis 2.9 mi 7.1
POINT ELEM. St. Louis 2.7 mi 7.8
LONE DELL ELEM. Arnold 2.9 mi 9.4
ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL St. Louis 3.5 mi 5.6
OAKVILLE SR. HIGH St. Louis 3.0 mi 5.1
RIDGEWOOD MIDDLE Arnold 2.8 mi 6.9
ST MARGARET MARY ALACOQUE SCHOOL St. Louis 3.2 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,839

Median Home Value

$214,100

Median Rent

$1,074/mo

Population

34,405

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown, MO 3.9
CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview, MO 3.9
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Mexico, MO 3.9
GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO 3.9
HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 3.9
KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis, MO 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fox Elem.

What grades does Fox Elem. serve?

Fox Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Fox Elem.?

Fox Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fox Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Fox Elem. is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fox Elem. rank in MO?

Fox Elem. ranks #2,038 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Fox Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Fox Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Fox Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fox Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fox Elem. a charter school?

No, Fox Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fox Elem. a Title I school?

No, Fox Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fox Elem.?

42.2% of students at Fox 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

FOX C-6
District Enrollment
10,453
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,100
District Rank
#18 of 18

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