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#1576 of 2,221 schools in MO
Richard Simpson Elem.
Elementary School · FOX C-6
3585 VOGEL RD, Arnold, MO 63010
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,576 of 2,221
In Arnold
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#15 of 18
FOX C-6
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Richard Simpson Elem.
Elementary School in Arnold · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Richard Simpson Elem.
Richard Simpson Elem. is a public elementary school in Arnold, MO, part of FOX C-6. Richard Simpson Elem. serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard Simpson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,576 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Richard Simpson Elem. show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Richard Simpson Elem. — Students at Richard Simpson Elem. score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
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: 3.6/10.
How Richard Simpson Elem. Compares
See how Richard Simpson 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
3585 VOGEL RD, Arnold, MO 63010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richard Simpson Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONE DELL ELEM. (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SECKMAN ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Imperial), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHERWOOD ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arnold, see our Arnold schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONE DELL ELEM. Arnold | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| RAYMOND NANCY HODGE ELEM. Imperial | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| SECKMAN SR. HIGH Imperial | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SECKMAN ELEM. Imperial | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arnold | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| SECKMAN MIDDLE Imperial | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. Arnold | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arnold | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| HOLY CHILD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arnold | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| RIDGEWOOD MIDDLE Arnold | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| DON EARL EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Arnold | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Imperial | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FOX SR. HIGH Arnold | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| FOX MIDDLE Arnold | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HAGEMANN ELEM. St. Louis | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| FOX ELEM. Arnold | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| WINDSOR INTERMEDIATE Imperial | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| WINDSOR ELEM. Imperial | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,839
Median Home Value
$214,100
Median Rent
$1,074/mo
Population
34,405
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWLES ELEM. Fenton, MO | 5.3 |
| CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee, MO | 5.3 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.3 |
| EASTWOOD HILLS ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 5.3 |
| GRATZ BROWN ELEM. Moberly, MO | 5.3 |
| JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City, MO | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard Simpson Elem.
What grades does Richard Simpson Elem. serve?
Richard Simpson Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Richard Simpson Elem.?
Richard Simpson Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard Simpson Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Richard Simpson Elem. is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richard Simpson Elem. rank in MO?
Richard Simpson Elem. ranks #1,576 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Richard Simpson Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Richard Simpson Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Richard Simpson Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard Simpson Elem. has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Richard Simpson Elem. a charter school?
No, Richard Simpson Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richard Simpson Elem. a Title I school?
No, Richard Simpson Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard Simpson Elem.?
28.9% of students at Richard Simpson 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (636) 282-1480
Resources & Links
District
FOX C-6- District Enrollment
- 10,453
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,100
- District Rank
- #15 of 18
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