Serving 315 students in grades 3-5, Combs 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 16% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Combs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Combs Elementary School's student population of 315 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Combs 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 Combs Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1930 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
72%
15%
White
12%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Combs Elementary School's ranking?
Combs Elementary School is ranked #1930 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Combs Elementary School?
315 students attend Combs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Combs Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Combs Elementary School?
Combs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Combs Elementary School offer ?
Combs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Combs Elementary School part of?
Combs Elementary School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
In what neighborhood is Combs Elementary School located?
Combs Elementary School is located in the Old Town Florissant neighborhood of Florissant, MO.
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