Skip to main content

Average

#1437 of 2,221 schools in MO

Henderson Elem.

Elementary School · FRANCIS HOWELL R-III

2501 HACKMANN RD, St. Charles, MO 63303

Enrollment

671

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,437 of 2,221

In St. Charles

#26 of 33

public schools

In district

#15 of 21

FRANCIS HOWELL R-III

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Henderson Elem.?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Henderson Elem.

5.7/10

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

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.

3.9/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Francis Howell North High

7.1/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Henderson Elem.

Henderson Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Charles, MO, part of FRANCIS HOWELL R-III. Henderson Elem. serves approximately 671 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Henderson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,437 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Henderson Elem. show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency53.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,462
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Henderson Elem. — Students at Henderson Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
65%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
60.2%
ELA
65.7%
2025
Math
53.4%
ELA
63.3%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Henderson Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in MO
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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

2501 HACKMANN RD, St. Charles, MO 63303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henderson Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONROE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASTLIO ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BECKY-DAVID ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC CTR. St. Charles 0.2 mi 3.9
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH St. Charles 0.4 mi 7.1
BECKY-DAVID ELEM. St. Charles 1.5 mi 7.9
BARNWELL MIDDLE St. Charles 1.6 mi 5.5
HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles 1.7 mi 7.0
SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles 1.6 mi 5.6
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles 1.9 mi 5.4
FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters 1.9 mi 7.4
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters 1.8 mi 5.8
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. St. Peters 1.8 mi 4.8
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES COUNTY St. Peters 2.3 mi 5.2
HAWTHORN ELEM. St. Peters 2.2 mi 6.2
HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles 2.4 mi 6.4
JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL St. Charles 2.9 mi 7.2
ST CLETUS SCHOOL St. Charles 3.0 mi 6.5
MONROE ELEM. St. Charles 3.0 mi 8.8
ST. CHARLES WEST HIGH St. Charles 3.1 mi 8.3
CASTLIO ELEM. St. Charles 3.2 mi 8.0
CENTRAL ELEM. St. Charles 2.9 mi 7.2
EARLY CHILD FAMILY EDUC. CTR. St. Charles 2.9 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,031

Median Home Value

$301,700

Median Rent

$1,329/mo

Population

46,627

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

41.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
EDWIN P. HUBBLE ELEM. Marshfield, MO 5.7
EZARD ELEM. Conway, MO 5.7
FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage, MO 5.7
GRAY ELEM. Springfield, MO 5.7
LONGVIEW FARM ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 5.7
NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood, MO 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henderson Elem.

What grades does Henderson Elem. serve?

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

How many students attend Henderson Elem.?

Henderson Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 671 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Henderson Elem. is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henderson Elem. rank in MO?

Henderson Elem. ranks #1,437 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Henderson Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Henderson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Henderson Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henderson Elem. has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henderson Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Henderson Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

25.5% of students at Henderson 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
671
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

District

FRANCIS HOWELL R-III
District Enrollment
17,241
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,462
District Rank
#15 of 21

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.