Richard Simpson Elem.

Richard Simpson Elementary serves 380 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Arnold, Missouri, offering a solid educational foundation in Jefferson County. With 37 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #436 out of 2,234 schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile among Missouri elementary schools.

Students show particular strength in reading and language arts, with 52% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics presents an area for continued growth, with 42% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. Richard Simpson Elementary sits in the heart of Arnold, a stable suburban community where the median household income is $74,776 and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 7.1%.

The surrounding neighborhood features median home values of $195,500, reflecting the area's middle-class character. With nearly a quarter of local residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, the school serves families who value education within a supportive community environment. The school's location in this large suburban setting provides students with access to the resources and opportunities that come with living in an established residential area.