For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,647 students in 63031, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63031, MO are Lawson Elementary School, Duchesne Elementary School and Walker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63031 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63031, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63031, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1830 Charbonier Rd
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4550
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Duchesne Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Florissant Rd
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 831-1911
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 831-1911
Gr: PK-2 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Walker Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Humes Ln
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4900
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Mccurdy Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
975 Lindsay Ln
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4650
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4650
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Brown Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3325 Chicory Creek Ln
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4100
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Cold Water Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Wiethaupt Rd
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4150
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4150
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Lusher Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2015 Mullanphy Rd
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4600
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Northwest Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1605 Shackelford Rd
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-5500
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #99.
Combs Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 St Jean Dr
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 831-0411
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 831-0411
Gr: 3-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Central Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13450 Old Jamestown Rd
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-7400
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Elementary Special Programs Dept.
Special Education School
15875 New Halls Ferry Rd
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4950
Florissant, MO 63031
(314) 953-4950
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63031, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63031, MO include Lawson Elementary School, Duchesne Elementary School and Walker Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63031?
11 public elementary schools are located in 63031.
What is the racial composition of students in 63031?
63031 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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