Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Townsend 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Townsend Elementary School's student population of 371 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Townsend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Townsend Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1912 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
96%
15%
White
2%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Townsend Elementary School's ranking?
Townsend Elementary School is ranked #1912 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Townsend Elementary School often compared to?
Townsend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Townsend Elementary School?
371 students attend Townsend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Townsend Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Townsend Elementary School?
Townsend Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Townsend Elementary School offer ?
Townsend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Townsend Elementary School part of?
Townsend Elementary School is part of Hazelwood School District.
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