For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,278 students in Arnold, MO (there are , serving 641 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Arnold, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Arnold, MO are Lone Dell Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Richard Simpson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arnold, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Arnold have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Arnold, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lone Dell Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 Tomahawk Rd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1470
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1470
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1769 Missouri State Rd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-6965
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-6965
Grades: K-5
| 347 students
Rank: #33.
Richard Simpson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3585 Vogel Rd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1480
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1480
Grades: K-5
| 380 students
Rank: #44.
Meramec Heights Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1340 W Outer 21 Rd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-4385
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-4385
Grades: K-5
| 400 students
Rank: #55.
Ridgewood Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 Ridgewood School Rd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1459
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-1459
Grades: 6-8
| 598 students
Rank: #66.
Rockport Heights Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3871 Jeffco Blvd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 464-2010
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 464-2010
Grades: K-5
| 393 students
Rank: #77.
Fox Sr. High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
751 Jeffco Blvd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5210
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5210
Grades: 9-12
| 1,659 students
Rank: #88.
Fox Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
739 Jeffco Blvd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-3396
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-3396
Grades: K-5
| 346 students
Rank: #99.
Fox Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
743 Jeffco Blvd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5077
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 296-5077
Grades: 6-8
| 622 students
Rank: n/an/a
849 Jeffco Blvd
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-5184
Arnold, MO 63010
(636) 282-5184
Grades: PK
| 131 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arnold, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Arnold, MO include Lone Dell Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Richard Simpson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Arnold?
10 public schools are located in Arnold.
What percentage of students in Arnold go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Arnold are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Arnold?
Arnold public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Arnold are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Arnold include: Richard Simpson Elementary School vs. Lone Dell Elementary School, Lone Dell Elementary School vs. Richard Simpson Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School vs. Fox Elementary School
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