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#1396 of 2,216 schools in MO
Long Elem.
Elementary School · LINDBERGH SCHOOLS
9021 SAPPINGTON RD, St. Louis, MO 63126
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Louis
#68 of 147
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#735 of 1,202
In district
#5 of 10
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Long Elem.
Long Elementary serves 545 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in St. Louis County, Missouri, with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1 supported by 33 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 83rd percentile statewide at #374 out of 2,234 Missouri schools.
Students at Long Elementary show solid achievement across core subjects, with 65% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and 61% meeting or exceeding standards in Mathematics. The school's academic score of 9.4 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence and student success. The school draws families from an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $105,307 and home values average $269,800.
With 56% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of just 5.4%, the neighborhood reflects a highly educated, economically stable population of 15,201 residents in the 63126 ZIP code. Long Elementary is situated in a large suburban setting on Sappington Road, serving families in an established St. Louis County community that values education and maintains strong socioeconomic indicators supportive of student achievement.
Score Breakdown
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Long Elem. — Students at Long Elem. score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.4/10.
How Long Elem. Compares
See how Long Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 70% (2019) to 61% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 68% (2019) to 65% (2022).
Location
9021 SAPPINGTON RD, St. Louis, MO 63126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLARK ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRESTWOOD ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHVIEW (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Crestwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHVIEW Crestwood | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTHVIEW HIGH Crestwood | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JUSTIN MARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| SAPPINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD ED CENTER WEST St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| LINDBERGH SR. HIGH St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTH TECHNICAL Sunset Hills | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,795
Median Home Value
$287,000
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
15,373
College Educated
55.8%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
42.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Long Elem. has a median household income of $99,795. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,000, with a median rent of $1,112/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENTON ELEM. Neosho, MO | 5.8 |
| CHAPEL LAKES ELEM. Lee's Summit, MO | 5.8 |
| COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 5.8 |
| CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore, MO | 5.8 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 5.8 |
| HOUSTON ELEM. Houston, MO | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Elem.
What grades does Long Elem. serve?
Long Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Long Elem.?
Long Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Elem. is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Elem. rank in MO?
Long Elem. is ranked #1396 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Long Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Long Elem. has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Long Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Long Elem. has 59.3% math proficiency and 65.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Long Elem. a charter school?
No, Long Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Elem. a Title I school?
No, Long Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Elem.?
6.1% of students at Long 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
- City Safety
- High (7,108/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 729-2450
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 7,497
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,046
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
Other Schools in This District
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