Serving 285 students in grades 3-5, Lee Hamilton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Hamilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lee Hamilton Elementary School's student population of 285 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lee Hamilton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Hamilton Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1939 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
86%
15%
White
4%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Hamilton Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Hamilton Elementary School is ranked #1939 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lee Hamilton Elementary School?
285 students attend Lee Hamilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lee Hamilton Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Hamilton Elementary School?
Lee Hamilton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lee Hamilton Elementary School offer ?
Lee Hamilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Hamilton Elementary School part of?
Lee Hamilton Elementary School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
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