Very Good
#623 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 28% in state
Russell Elem.
Elementary School · HAZELWOOD
7350 HOWDERSHELL RD, Hazelwood, MO 63042
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#623 of 2,221
In Hazelwood
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 31
HAZELWOOD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Russell Elem.
Elementary School in Hazelwood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Russell Elem.
Russell Elem. is a public elementary school in Hazelwood, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Russell Elem. serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Russell Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #623 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Russell Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Russell Elem. — Students at Russell Elem. score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 9.6/10.
How Russell Elem. Compares
See how Russell 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
7350 HOWDERSHELL RD, Hazelwood, MO 63042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Russell 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), with a very similar rating. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Florissant), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COLD WATER ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Florissant), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hazelwood, see our Hazelwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH Hazelwood | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant | 1.9 mi | — |
| LUSHER ELEM. Florissant | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Hazelwood | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant | 2.1 mi | 1.6 |
| GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WALKER ELEM. Florissant | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| WEST MIDDLE Hazelwood | 2.5 mi | 1.9 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort, MO | 7.3 |
| BENTON ELEM. Neosho, MO | 7.3 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 7.3 |
| CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clinton, MO | 7.3 |
| CLYDE HAMRICK ELEM. Imperial, MO | 7.3 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Russell Elem.
What grades does Russell Elem. serve?
Russell Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Russell Elem.?
Russell Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Russell Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Russell Elem. is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Russell Elem. rank in MO?
Russell Elem. ranks #623 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Russell Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Russell Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Russell Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Russell Elem. has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Russell Elem. a charter school?
No, Russell Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Russell Elem. a Title I school?
No, Russell Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Russell Elem.?
51.4% of students at Russell 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
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (314) 953-4750
Resources & Links
District
HAZELWOOD- District Enrollment
- 16,262
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,977
- District Rank
- #2 of 31
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