Ferguson-Florissant R-II is a suburban school district in St. Louis County, Missouri, serving 8,675 students across 22 schools. The district operates 16 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a teaching staff of 714, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.
The district experienced an 8.8% enrollment decline from the prior year, indicating a contraction in student population. This trend may reflect broader demographic shifts in the suburban St. Louis region. The district maintains a relatively favorable student-teacher ratio compared to many urban districts, supporting smaller class sizes.
Ferguson-Florissant R-II operates with a total budget of $131.8 million and per-pupil spending of $8,330, which exceeds Missouri's state average of $7,465. This represents spending approximately 11.6% above the state mean. Revenue composition shows the district relies heavily on local funding sources, which account for 62.3% of total revenue, while state funding provides 29.8% and federal funding contributes 7.8%.
The district's financial position reflects a local funding base that supports above-average per-pupil expenditures. However, the declining enrollment trend warrants attention as it may impact future budget planning and resource allocation, particularly if the downward trajectory continues.
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Total Students
8,675
Schools
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,330
Data Sources: NCES Common Core of Data, NCES F-33 Finance Survey, EDFacts
Federal Data Year: 2022-23
State Data Year: 2024-25
Note: Some data may be unavailable for certain districts or years. Proficiency rates reflect state-specific assessment standards.
Math Proficiency
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Staff counts are Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) from NCES 2024-25 data.
MPI (Missouri Performance Index) measures student achievement on MAP assessments. Higher scores indicate better performance. Performance designations include: Meets/Exceeds Expectations, On Track, Approaching, and Needs Improvement.
About MSIP 6 Accountability
Missouri uses the Missouri School Improvement Program version 6 (MSIP 6) for district accountability. The APR (Annual Performance Report) score ranges from 0-100% and combines Performance metrics (70% weight) with Continuous Improvement metrics (30% weight). Performance metrics include Academic Achievement, Academic Growth, and Success-Ready Students. Continuous Improvement includes Attendance, Kindergarten Readiness, and Data Compliance.