Excellent
#188 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 8% in state
Chesterfield Elem.
Elementary School · ROCKWOOD R-VI
17700 WILD HORSE CREEK RD, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#188 of 2,221
In Chesterfield
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 30
ROCKWOOD R-VI
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Chesterfield Elem.
Elementary School in Chesterfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chesterfield Elem.
Chesterfield Elem. is a public elementary school in Chesterfield, MO, part of ROCKWOOD R-VI. Chesterfield Elem. serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chesterfield Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Chesterfield Elem. show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Chesterfield Elem. — Students at Chesterfield Elem. score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 8.6/10.
How Chesterfield Elem. Compares
See how Chesterfield 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
17700 WILD HORSE CREEK RD, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chesterfield Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILD HORSE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is INDEPENDENCE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby St. Charles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BABLER ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Glencoe), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BARAT ACADEMY Chesterfield | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| BARAT ACADEMY Chesterfield | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chesterfield | 1.4 mi | — |
| ELEGANT CHILD EARLY LEARNING CENTER Wildwood | 3.3 mi | — |
| ROCKWOOD VALLEY MIDDLE Wildwood | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
| WILD HORSE ELEM. Chesterfield | 2.7 mi | 8.8 |
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY WILDWOOD Wildwood | 3.6 mi | — |
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ALBAN ROE SCHOOL Wildwood | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| LAFAYETTE SR. HIGH Wildwood | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ASCENSION SCHOOL Chesterfield | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| MARQUETTE SR. HIGH Chesterfield | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEM. St. Charles | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC. CTR St. Charles | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. Chesterfield | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| GREEN PINES ELEM. Wildwood | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BRYAN MIDDLE St. Charles | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CRESTVIEW MIDDLE Ellisville | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MISSOURI TORAH INSTITUTE Chesterfield | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,232
Median Home Value
$671,300
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Population
19,679
College Educated
81%
Homeownership
90.1%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASH GROVE ELEM. Ash Grove, MO | 8.4 |
| BORDER STAR MONTESSORI Kansas City, MO | 8.4 |
| CAMERON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cameron, MO | 8.4 |
| CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 8.4 |
| CLARK ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.4 |
| DIXON ELEM. Dixon, MO | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chesterfield Elem.
What grades does Chesterfield Elem. serve?
Chesterfield Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Chesterfield Elem.?
Chesterfield Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chesterfield Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Chesterfield Elem. is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chesterfield Elem. rank in MO?
Chesterfield Elem. ranks #188 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Chesterfield Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Chesterfield Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Chesterfield Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chesterfield Elem. has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Chesterfield Elem. a charter school?
No, Chesterfield Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chesterfield Elem. a Title I school?
No, Chesterfield Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chesterfield Elem.?
6.2% of students at Chesterfield 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
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (636) 891-6500
Resources & Links
District
ROCKWOOD R-VI- District Enrollment
- 20,088
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,527
- District Rank
- #6 of 30
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