Average
#978 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 44% in state
Carman Trails Elem.
Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2
555 WEIDMAN RD, Manchester, MO 63021
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#978 of 2,221
In Manchester
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#21 of 29
PARKWAY C-2
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Carman Trails Elem.
Elementary School in Manchester · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carman Trails Elem.
Carman Trails Elem. is a public elementary school in Manchester, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Carman Trails Elem. serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carman Trails Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #978 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Carman Trails Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Carman Trails Elem. — Students at Carman Trails Elem. score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Carman Trails Elem. Compares
See how Carman Trails Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
555 WEIDMAN RD, Manchester, MO 63021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carman Trails Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARRETTS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAK BROOK ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Ballwin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HANNA WOODS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Ballwin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| SOUTH HIGH Manchester | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin | 1.5 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester | 1.5 mi | — |
| WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HENRY ELEM. Ballwin | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST AUSTIN SCHOOL Chesterfield | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| OAK BROOK ELEM. Ballwin | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,822
Median Home Value
$324,300
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
56,297
College Educated
62.1%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek, MO | 6.7 |
| AVENUE CITY ELEM. Cosby, MO | 6.7 |
| CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville, MO | 6.7 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO | 6.7 |
| DAVID BARTON ELEM. Boonville, MO | 6.7 |
| LESLIE BELL ELEM. Lexington, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carman Trails Elem.
What grades does Carman Trails Elem. serve?
Carman Trails Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carman Trails Elem.?
Carman Trails Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carman Trails Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Carman Trails Elem. is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carman Trails Elem. rank in MO?
Carman Trails Elem. ranks #978 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Carman Trails Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Carman Trails Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carman Trails Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carman Trails Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carman Trails Elem. a charter school?
No, Carman Trails Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carman Trails Elem. a Title I school?
No, Carman Trails Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carman Trails Elem.?
23.4% of students at Carman Trails Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (314) 415-6100
Resources & Links
District
PARKWAY C-2- District Enrollment
- 16,924
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,983
- District Rank
- #21 of 29
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