Very Good
#530 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 24% in state
Lawson Elem.
Elementary School · HAZELWOOD
1830 CHARBONIER RD, Florissant, MO 63031
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#530 of 2,221
In Florissant
#1 of 29
public schools
In district
#1 of 31
HAZELWOOD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lawson Elem.
Elementary School in Florissant · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lawson Elem.
Lawson Elem. is a public elementary school in Florissant, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Lawson Elem. serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Lawson Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Lawson Elem. — Students at Lawson Elem. score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 9.5/10.
How Lawson Elem. Compares
See how Lawson Elem. 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
1830 CHARBONIER RD, Florissant, MO 63031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lawson Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RUSSELL ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hazelwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COLD WATER ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUSHER ELEM. Florissant | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant | 1.1 mi | — |
| NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant | 1.0 mi | 1.6 |
| RUSSELL ELEM. Hazelwood | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WALKER ELEM. Florissant | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH Hazelwood | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| OAK BRIDGE Florissant | 2.7 mi | — |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BROWN ELEM. Florissant | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH Florissant | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hazelwood | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,783
Median Home Value
$144,500
Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Population
50,258
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUDER ELEM. St. Ann, MO | 7.5 |
| MCINTIRE ELEM. Fulton, MO | 7.5 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood, MO | 7.5 |
| MURPHY ELEM. High Ridge, MO | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton, MO | 7.5 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lawson Elem.
What grades does Lawson Elem. serve?
Lawson Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lawson Elem.?
Lawson Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawson Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Lawson Elem. is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lawson Elem. rank in MO?
Lawson Elem. ranks #530 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lawson Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Lawson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Lawson Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawson Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lawson Elem. a charter school?
No, Lawson Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lawson Elem. a Title I school?
No, Lawson Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lawson Elem.?
60.2% of students at Lawson 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (314) 953-4550
Resources & Links
District
HAZELWOOD- District Enrollment
- 16,262
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,977
- District Rank
- #1 of 31
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