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#1664 of 2,221 schools in MO

Mcnair Elem.

Elementary School · HAZELWOOD

585 COACHWAY LN, Hazelwood, MO 63042

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,664 of 2,221

In Hazelwood

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 31

HAZELWOOD

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Mcnair Elem.

5.1/10

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

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7.3/10

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7.5/10

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About Mcnair Elem.

Mcnair Elem. is a public elementary school in Hazelwood, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Mcnair Elem. serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcnair Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,664 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Mcnair Elem. show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,977
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Mcnair Elem. — Students at Mcnair Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (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
38%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
31.9%
ELA
38.2%
2025
Math
27.5%
ELA
39.6%

* 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 Mcnair Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in MO
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

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

585 COACHWAY LN, Hazelwood, MO 63042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mcnair Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RUSSELL ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazelwood, see our Hazelwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
RUSSELL ELEM. Hazelwood 0.6 mi 7.3
LAWSON ELEM. Florissant 1.0 mi 7.5
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood 1.3 mi 3.1
STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood 1.3 mi 6.6
ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood 1.2 mi 3.0
MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant 1.4 mi 4.0
HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH Hazelwood 1.3 mi 4.8
LUSHER ELEM. Florissant 1.8 mi 6.1
COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.5 mi 6.0
NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant 2.0 mi 1.6
MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant 2.1 mi
WALKER ELEM. Florissant 2.0 mi 6.5
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant 2.0 mi 6.0
NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant 2.1 mi 7.5
WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hazelwood 2.2 mi 5.3
GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood 2.3 mi 5.2
BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley 2.7 mi 5.6
COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant 3.0 mi 7.1
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant 3.0 mi 7.5
MCCLUER HIGH Florissant 2.9 mi 4.8

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

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JOEL E. BARBER ELEM. Lebanon, MO 5.1
LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis, MO 5.1
OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO 5.1
SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton, MO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mcnair Elem.

What grades does Mcnair Elem. serve?

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

How many students attend Mcnair Elem.?

Mcnair Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mcnair Elem. is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mcnair Elem. rank in MO?

Mcnair Elem. ranks #1,664 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Mcnair Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Mcnair Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Mcnair Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcnair Elem. has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mcnair Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Mcnair Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

69.5% of students at Mcnair 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

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

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