Compare education: Florissant MO vs Plantation FL

Education Levels

The educational attainment in the area helps gauge the workforce's skill level and economic potential.

Education Level	Florissant	Plantation
No Schooling	1.0% (524)	0.9% (881)
High School Diploma	19.1% (9,850)	11.3% (10,841)
Less than High School	8.3% (4,293)	7.3% (6,972)
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	16.0% (8,229)	30.5% (29,299)

Education Levels Comparison: Florissant vs Plantation

A larger percentage of residents in Florissant have no formal schooling at 1.0%, compared to 0.9% in Plantation.
A higher percentage of residents in Florissant hold a high school diploma at 19.1%, compared to 11.3% in Plantation.
More residents in Florissant have less than a high school education at 8.3%, compared to 7.3% in Plantation.
In Plantation, a larger share of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher at 30.5%, compared to 16.0% in Florissant.

Impact of Education on Community

Education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life and economic conditions of a community. Higher education levels are often associated with better job opportunities, higher income, and improved quality of life. Conversely, lower education levels can contribute to higher crime rates and increased cost of living due to limited economic opportunities. Understanding the educational landscape of an area can provide valuable insights into its social and economic dynamics.

Schools Overview of Florissant

Explore the educational landscape of the area through detailed information about local schools. This includes data on school levels, teacher and student numbers, diversity, and graduation rates, which can help in evaluating the quality of education available. This data list of schools is only for Memphis, TN. If you want to see the list of schools for Plantation, please click here.

Name	Level	Teachers	Students	Teachers/Students	By race	Male/Female	Grad. Rate
CROSS KEYS MIDDLE	Middle	49	625	1/12	asian: 0 black: 552 hispanic: 15 white: 29 other: 29	323/ 302	None
COMBS ELEMENTARY	Elementary	25	295	1/11	asian: 1 black: 203 hispanic: 16 white: 41 other: 34	146/ 149	None
COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY	Elementary	29	291	1/10	asian: 1 black: 253 hispanic: 4 white: 16 other: 17	147/ 144	None
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY	Elementary	25	248	1/9	asian: 0 black: 183 hispanic: 12 white: 33 other: 20	124/ 124	None
HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY	Elementary	26	346	1/12	asian: 1 black: 304 hispanic: 5 white: 16 other: 20	179/ 167	None
MCCLUER NORTH HIGH	High	87	1136	1/12	asian: 1 black: 937 hispanic: 42 white: 96 other: 60	562/ 574	92.46
MCCLUER HIGH	High	80	1181	1/14	asian: 0 black: 1052 hispanic: 54 white: 28 other: 47	598/ 583	None
PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY	Elementary	25	354	1/13	asian: 0 black: 278 hispanic: 10 white: 28 other: 38	152/ 202	None
ROBINWOOD ELEMENTARY	Elementary	23	312	1/13	asian: 2 black: 264 hispanic: 10 white: 20 other: 16	166/ 146	None
WEDGWOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER	Middle	29	307	1/10	asian: 0 black: 269 hispanic: 5 white: 12 other: 21	165/ 142	None
BARRINGTON ELEM.	Elementary	34	393	1/11	asian: 1 black: 339 hispanic: 7 white: 28 other: 18	182/ 211	None
BROWN ELEM.	Elementary	27	335	1/12	asian: 0 black: 292 hispanic: 10 white: 25 other: 8	181/ 154	None
LAWSON ELEM.	Elementary	25	348	1/13	asian: 2 black: 229 hispanic: 13 white: 73 other: 31	191/ 157	None
COLD WATER ELEM.	Elementary	29	384	1/13	asian: 6 black: 292 hispanic: 15 white: 43 other: 28	212/ 172	None
HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH	High	85	1628	1/19	asian: 15 black: 1459 hispanic: 42 white: 64 other: 48	845/ 783	78.87
NORTHWEST MIDDLE	Middle	48	767	1/15	asian: 4 black: 551 hispanic: 36 white: 132 other: 44	396/ 371	None
JAMESTOWN ELEM.	Elementary	24	333	1/13	asian: 1 black: 311 hispanic: 8 white: 2 other: 11	166/ 167	None
JANA ELEM.	Not reported	28	419	1/14	asian: 3 black: 349 hispanic: 1 white: 40 other: 26	218/ 201	None
JURY ELEM.	Elementary	31	420	1/13	asian: 0 black: 391 hispanic: 7 white: 5 other: 17	216/ 204	None
LUSHER ELEM.	Elementary	28	379	1/13	asian: 3 black: 275 hispanic: 16 white: 55 other: 30	179/ 200	None
MCCURDY ELEM.	Elementary	34	329	1/9	asian: 3 black: 218 hispanic: 10 white: 81 other: 17	172/ 157	None
TOWNSEND ELEM.	Elementary	27	371	1/13	asian: 1 black: 355 hispanic: 5 white: 6 other: 4	194/ 177	None
WALKER ELEM.	Elementary	32	477	1/14	asian: 10 black: 341 hispanic: 15 white: 77 other: 34	218/ 259	None
ELEM. SPECIAL PROGRAMS DEPT.	Elementary	0	0	N/A/N/A	asian: 0 black: 0 hispanic: 0 white: 0 other: 0	0/ 0	None
CENTRAL MIDDLE	Middle	38	707	1/18	asian: 0 black: 659 hispanic: 20 white: 6 other: 22	358/ 349	None
NORTH MIDDLE	Middle	44	674	1/15	asian: 5 black: 566 hispanic: 31 white: 37 other: 35	348/ 326	None
EAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER	Prekindergarten	11	85	1/7	asian: 0 black: 74 hispanic: 1 white: 8 other: 2	51/ 34	None
CENTRAL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER	Prekindergarten	14	104	1/7	asian: 2 black: 74 hispanic: 4 white: 22 other: 2	68/ 36	None
ACKERMAN	Elementary	38	130	1/3	asian: 0 black: 112 hispanic: 1 white: 17 other: 0	103/ 27	None
NORTH TECHNICAL	High	36	751	1/20	asian: 8 black: 577 hispanic: 36 white: 89 other: 41	337/ 414	None

Name: CROSS KEYS MIDDLE

Level: Middle

Teachers: 49

Students: 625

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 0
black: 552
hispanic: 15
white: 29
other: 29

Male/Female: 323/ 302

Grad. Rate: None

Name: COMBS ELEMENTARY

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 295

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 1
black: 203
hispanic: 16
white: 41
other: 34

Male/Female: 146/ 149

Grad. Rate: None

Name: COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 29

Students: 291

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 1
black: 253
hispanic: 4
white: 16
other: 17

Male/Female: 147/ 144

Grad. Rate: None

Name: DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 248

Teachers/Students: 1/9

By race: asian: 0
black: 183
hispanic: 12
white: 33
other: 20

Male/Female: 124/ 124

Grad. Rate: None

Name: HALLS FERRY ELEMENTARY

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 26

Students: 346

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 1
black: 304
hispanic: 5
white: 16
other: 20

Male/Female: 179/ 167

Grad. Rate: None

Name: MCCLUER NORTH HIGH

Level: High

Teachers: 87

Students: 1136

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 1
black: 937
hispanic: 42
white: 96
other: 60

Male/Female: 562/ 574

Grad. Rate: 92.46

Name: MCCLUER HIGH

Level: High

Teachers: 80

Students: 1181

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 0
black: 1052
hispanic: 54
white: 28
other: 47

Male/Female: 598/ 583

Grad. Rate: None

Name: PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 354

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 0
black: 278
hispanic: 10
white: 28
other: 38

Male/Female: 152/ 202

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ROBINWOOD ELEMENTARY

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 23

Students: 312

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 2
black: 264
hispanic: 10
white: 20
other: 16

Male/Female: 166/ 146

Grad. Rate: None

Name: WEDGWOOD 6TH GRADE CENTER

Level: Middle

Teachers: 29

Students: 307

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 0
black: 269
hispanic: 5
white: 12
other: 21

Male/Female: 165/ 142

Grad. Rate: None

Name: BARRINGTON ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 34

Students: 393

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 1
black: 339
hispanic: 7
white: 28
other: 18

Male/Female: 182/ 211

Grad. Rate: None

Name: BROWN ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 27

Students: 335

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 0
black: 292
hispanic: 10
white: 25
other: 8

Male/Female: 181/ 154

Grad. Rate: None

Name: LAWSON ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 348

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 2
black: 229
hispanic: 13
white: 73
other: 31

Male/Female: 191/ 157

Grad. Rate: None

Name: COLD WATER ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 29

Students: 384

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 6
black: 292
hispanic: 15
white: 43
other: 28

Male/Female: 212/ 172

Grad. Rate: None

Name: HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH

Level: High

Teachers: 85

Students: 1628

Teachers/Students: 1/19

By race: asian: 15
black: 1459
hispanic: 42
white: 64
other: 48

Male/Female: 845/ 783

Grad. Rate: 78.87

Name: NORTHWEST MIDDLE

Level: Middle

Teachers: 48

Students: 767

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 4
black: 551
hispanic: 36
white: 132
other: 44

Male/Female: 396/ 371

Grad. Rate: None

Name: JAMESTOWN ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 24

Students: 333

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 1
black: 311
hispanic: 8
white: 2
other: 11

Male/Female: 166/ 167

Grad. Rate: None

Name: JANA ELEM.

Level: Not reported

Teachers: 28

Students: 419

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 3
black: 349
hispanic: 1
white: 40
other: 26

Male/Female: 218/ 201

Grad. Rate: None

Name: JURY ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 31

Students: 420

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 0
black: 391
hispanic: 7
white: 5
other: 17

Male/Female: 216/ 204

Grad. Rate: None

Name: LUSHER ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 28

Students: 379

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 3
black: 275
hispanic: 16
white: 55
other: 30

Male/Female: 179/ 200

Grad. Rate: None

Name: MCCURDY ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 34

Students: 329

Teachers/Students: 1/9

By race: asian: 3
black: 218
hispanic: 10
white: 81
other: 17

Male/Female: 172/ 157

Grad. Rate: None

Name: TOWNSEND ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 27

Students: 371

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 1
black: 355
hispanic: 5
white: 6
other: 4

Male/Female: 194/ 177

Grad. Rate: None

Name: WALKER ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 32

Students: 477

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 10
black: 341
hispanic: 15
white: 77
other: 34

Male/Female: 218/ 259

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ELEM. SPECIAL PROGRAMS DEPT.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 0

Students: 0

Teachers/Students: N/A/N/A

By race: asian: 0
black: 0
hispanic: 0
white: 0
other: 0

Male/Female: 0/ 0

Grad. Rate: None

Name: CENTRAL MIDDLE

Level: Middle

Teachers: 38

Students: 707

Teachers/Students: 1/18

By race: asian: 0
black: 659
hispanic: 20
white: 6
other: 22

Male/Female: 358/ 349

Grad. Rate: None

Name: NORTH MIDDLE

Level: Middle

Teachers: 44

Students: 674

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 5
black: 566
hispanic: 31
white: 37
other: 35

Male/Female: 348/ 326

Grad. Rate: None

Name: EAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Level: Prekindergarten

Teachers: 11

Students: 85

Teachers/Students: 1/7

By race: asian: 0
black: 74
hispanic: 1
white: 8
other: 2

Male/Female: 51/ 34

Grad. Rate: None

Name: CENTRAL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Level: Prekindergarten

Teachers: 14

Students: 104

Teachers/Students: 1/7

By race: asian: 2
black: 74
hispanic: 4
white: 22
other: 2

Male/Female: 68/ 36

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ACKERMAN

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 38

Students: 130

Teachers/Students: 1/3

By race: asian: 0
black: 112
hispanic: 1
white: 17
other: 0

Male/Female: 103/ 27

Grad. Rate: None

Name: NORTH TECHNICAL

Level: High

Teachers: 36

Students: 751

Teachers/Students: 1/20

By race: asian: 8
black: 577
hispanic: 36
white: 89
other: 41

Male/Female: 337/ 414

Grad. Rate: None

In Florissant, MO, evaluating the educational landscape is crucial for families considering relocation. Here are seven key factors to consider when assessing neighborhood schools: 1. Teacher-to-Student Ratio: A lower ratio indicates more individualized attention for students, which can foster better learning outcomes. For instance, a 1:12 ratio suggests that teachers could more effectively cater to individual learning needs compared to schools with higher ratios. 2. Graduation Rates: High graduation rates are typically reflective of a school’s ability to support students through their educational journey, indicating strong academic and administrative frameworks. 3. Diversity in Schools: Schools with diverse student populations offer enriched cultural experiences and promote inclusivity. This diversity aids in preparing students for a global society and fosters a broad-minded community atmosphere. 4. School Budget and Resources: Adequate funding is crucial, influencing the quality of academic resources, facilities, and extracurricular opportunities available to students. A well-funded school is better positioned to offer comprehensive educational experiences. 5. Academic and Extracurricular Programs: Programs such as advanced coursework, sports, and arts are key to holistic student development. Evaluating these offerings can help align school choices with a child’s interests and strengths. 6. Safety and Environment: The safety of a school environment has direct implications on student well-being and learning efficiency. Factors such as campus security measures and the overall atmosphere are important considerations. 7. School Leadership and Vision: A school’s leadership and its educational philosophy can greatly affect the quality of education and the community sense within the school. Understanding the administrative vision is essential for assessing if the school's goals align with your values. Considering these factors, along with visiting schools and engaging with the community, will provide deeper insights and facilitate informed decisions, ensuring that the chosen educational path aligns with your family's priorities in Florissant.