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Garrett Elem.

Elementary School · HAZELWOOD

1400 VILLE ROSA LN, Hazelwood, MO 63042

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,611 of 2,221

In Hazelwood

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 31

HAZELWOOD

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Garrett Elem.

5.2/10

Elementary School in Hazelwood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Garrett Elem.

Garrett Elem. is a public elementary school in Hazelwood, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Garrett Elem. serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Garrett Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,611 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Garrett Elem. show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,977
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Garrett Elem. — Students at Garrett Elem. score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
45.2%
2025
Math
45.4%
ELA
40.9%

* 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 Garrett Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in MO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

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

1400 VILLE ROSA LN, Hazelwood, MO 63042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Garrett Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUSSELL ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRADITIONAL SCH. (rated 7.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Maryland Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazelwood, see our Hazelwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hazelwood 0.5 mi 5.3
WEST MIDDLE Hazelwood 0.9 mi 1.9
HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH Hazelwood 1.1 mi 4.8
ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood 1.1 mi 3.0
RUSSELL ELEM. Hazelwood 2.1 mi 7.3
HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann 2.7 mi 7.0
PATTONVILLE Early CHol St. Louis 2.7 mi
MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood 2.3 mi 5.1
BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton 2.8 mi 6.1
ROBERT DRUMMOND ELEM. St. Ann 3.2 mi 5.6
LAWSON ELEM. Florissant 3.1 mi 7.5
PARKWOOD ELEM. Maryland Heights 3.3 mi 5.6
KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis 3.5 mi 3.9
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Maryland Heights 3.4 mi 6.9
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood 3.0 mi 3.1
STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood 3.0 mi 6.6
HOECH MIDDLE St. Ann 4.0 mi 6.6
TRADITIONAL SCH. Maryland Heights 4.1 mi 7.0
MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant 3.9 mi
MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant 3.7 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,384

Median Home Value

$138,800

Median Rent

$939/mo

Population

17,953

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

53%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

35.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BOYD ELEM. Springfield, MO 5.2
ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO 5.2
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO 5.2
EXETER ELEM. Exeter, MO 5.2
HAZEL GROVE ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 5.2
LOUISIANA ELEM. Louisiana, MO 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Garrett Elem.

What grades does Garrett Elem. serve?

Garrett Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Garrett Elem.?

Garrett Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Garrett Elem. is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Garrett Elem. rank in MO?

Garrett Elem. ranks #1,611 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Garrett Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Garrett 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 Garrett Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Garrett Elem. has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Garrett Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Garrett Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

66.9% of students at Garrett 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
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

HAZELWOOD
District Enrollment
16,262
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,977
District Rank
#8 of 31

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