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#1914 of 2,221 schools in MO

Jamestown Elem.

Elementary School · HAZELWOOD

13750 OLD JAMESTOWN RD, Florissant, MO 63033

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,914 of 2,221

In Florissant

#20 of 29

public schools

In district

#18 of 31

HAZELWOOD

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Jamestown Elem.

4.4/10

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

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About Jamestown Elem.

Jamestown Elem. is a public elementary school in Florissant, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Jamestown Elem. serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jamestown Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,914 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Jamestown Elem. show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Jamestown Elem. were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.2% (2024 MAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 MAP)
vs. Expected-18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,977
Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Jamestown Elem. — Students at Jamestown Elem. score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
48.7% (2024 MAP)

Based on 30 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
27%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2024
ELA
28.2%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Jamestown Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
14th percentile in MO
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

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

13750 OLD JAMESTOWN RD, Florissant, MO 63033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jamestown Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Black Jack), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TOWNSEND ELEM. (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL MIDDLE Florissant 0.5 mi 4.7
EAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Florissant 0.9 mi 4.6
OLTC INSTITUTE Florissant 1.2 mi 5.2
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Black Jack 1.3 mi 5.1
TOWNSEND ELEM. Florissant 1.2 mi 5.0
ARROWPOINT ELEM. St. Louis 1.4 mi 4.0
JURY ELEM. Florissant 1.8 mi 4.2
GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis 2.1 mi 4.1
KEEVEN ELEM. St. Louis 2.3 mi 3.2
BISSELL HALL St. Louis 2.2 mi 5.4
TWIN RIVERS St. Louis 2.2 mi
LEWIS AND CLARK HALL St. Louis 2.2 mi
EAST MIDDLE St. Louis 2.6 mi 5.5
HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis 2.6 mi 4.8
COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant 2.4 mi 4.9
HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY Florissant 2.3 mi 3.6
TWILLMAN ELEM. St. Louis 2.6 mi 3.5
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE Florissant 2.6 mi 6.2
NORTH MIDDLE Florissant 2.7 mi 2.1
BARRINGTON ELEM. Florissant 2.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,979

Median Home Value

$157,400

Median Rent

$1,150/mo

Population

42,258

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BUSH ELEM. Fulton, MO 4.4
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs, MO 4.4
EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore, MO 4.4
ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon, MO 4.4
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO 4.4
MAYSVILLE ELEM. Maysville, MO 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jamestown Elem.

What grades does Jamestown Elem. serve?

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

How many students attend Jamestown Elem.?

Jamestown Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jamestown Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jamestown Elem. rank in MO?

Jamestown Elem. ranks #1,914 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Jamestown Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Jamestown Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Jamestown Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jamestown Elem. has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Jamestown Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Jamestown Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

70.8% of students at Jamestown 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

District

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

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