For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,429 students in 63042, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63042, MO are Steam Academy Middle School, Garrett Elementary School and Russell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63042 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63042, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63042, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Steam Academy Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8855 Dunn Road
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 824-2422
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 824-2422
Gr: 6-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Garrett Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 Ville Rosa Ln
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4200
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Howdershell Rd
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4750
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4750
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Mcnair Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
585 Coachway Ln
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4700
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
West Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12834 Missouri Bottom Rd
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-7800
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #66.
Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6255 Howdershell Rd
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4000
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63042, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63042, MO include Steam Academy Middle School, Garrett Elementary School and Russell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63042?
6 public elementary schools are located in 63042.
What is the racial composition of students in 63042?
63042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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