Average
#1059 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 48% in state
Walker Elem.
Elementary School · HAZELWOOD
1250 HUMES LN, Florissant, MO 63031
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,059 of 2,221
In Florissant
#3 of 29
public schools
In district
#4 of 31
HAZELWOOD
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Walker Elem.
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About Walker Elem.
Walker Elem. is a public elementary school in Florissant, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. Walker Elem. serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,059 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Walker Elem. show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Walker Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Walker Elem. — Students at Walker Elem. score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 9.1/10.
How Walker Elem. Compares
See how Walker 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
1250 HUMES LN, Florissant, MO 63031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walker Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RUSSELL ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hazelwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant | 0.5 mi | 1.6 |
| MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| LUSHER ELEM. Florissant | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| COLD WATER ELEM. Florissant | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Florissant | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant | 1.2 mi | — |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BROWN ELEM. Florissant | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| OAK BRIDGE Florissant | 1.7 mi | — |
| HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH Florissant | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| CENTRAL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Florissant | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CROSS KEYS MIDDLE Florissant | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| WEDGWOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER Florissant | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| RUSSELL ELEM. Hazelwood | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY Florissant | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,783
Median Home Value
$144,500
Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Population
50,258
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.5 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.5 |
| FORSYTH ELEM. Forsyth, MO | 6.5 |
| KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 6.5 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 6.5 |
| MALLORY ELEM. Buffalo, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walker Elem.
What grades does Walker Elem. serve?
Walker Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Walker Elem.?
Walker Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walker Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Walker Elem. is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walker Elem. rank in MO?
Walker Elem. ranks #1,059 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Walker Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Walker Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Walker Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walker Elem. has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Walker Elem. a charter school?
No, Walker Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walker Elem. a Title I school?
No, Walker Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walker Elem.?
67.4% of students at Walker 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
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (314) 953-4900
Resources & Links
District
HAZELWOOD- District Enrollment
- 16,262
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,977
- District Rank
- #4 of 31
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