Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dressel Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dressel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dressel Elementary School's student population of 598 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Dressel Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dressel Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
80%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lindbergh Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dressel Elementary School's ranking?
Dressel Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Dressel Elementary School often compared to?
Dressel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clyde Hamrick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Dressel Elementary School?
598 students attend Dressel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Dressel Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dressel Elementary School?
Dressel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dressel Elementary School offer ?
Dressel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dressel Elementary School part of?
Dressel Elementary School is part of Lindbergh Schools.
In what neighborhood is Dressel Elementary School located?
Dressel Elementary School is located in the Concord neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Concord.
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