DRESSEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10911 TESSON FERRY ROAD
ST. LOUIS, MO 63123

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598 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Dressel Elementary School, located on Tesson Ferry Road in St. Louis, is part of the Lindbergh Schools district. Serving students in the surrounding community, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered learning environment. The school prioritizes a comprehensive educational experience that encourages both intellectual growth and character development, reflecting the district’s overall reputation for high standards and community-focused education.

Beyond the core curriculum, Dressel Elementary emphasizes the importance of a strong partnership between the school, its families, and the wider Lindbergh community. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere designed to help young learners build a solid foundation for their future academic journeys. By integrating modern instructional practices with a focus on student engagement, Dressel aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps every student reach their full potential within a safe and inclusive setting.

598

Total Students

40.3

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

21.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DRESSEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	480
Hispanic	24
Black	20
Asian	34
Two or More	38
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
480 (80.3%)
Two or More
38 (6.4%)
Asian
34 (5.7%)
Hispanic
24 (4.0%)
Black
20 (3.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	LINDBERGH SCHOOLS
Phone:	(314)729-2485
Website:	http://go.lindberghschools.ws/Domain/17
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	598
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	40.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	108
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	18

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 88

Grade 1 83

Grade 2 85

Grade 3 117

Grade 4 105

Grade 5 120