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#193 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 9% in state

Clark Elem.

Elementary School · WEBSTER GROVES

9130 BIG BEND BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63119

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#193 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#14 of 193

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

WEBSTER GROVES

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Clark Elem.

8.4/10

Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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5.3/10

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About Clark Elem.

Clark Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of WEBSTER GROVES. Clark Elem. serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio.

Clark Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Clark Elem. show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,734

Clark Elem. — Students at Clark Elem. score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
73.6%
ELA
73.6%
2025
Math
67.9%
ELA
81%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Clark Elem. Compares

See how Clark Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in MO
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9130 BIG BEND BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clark Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDGAR ROAD ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BRISTOL ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MIRIAM SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Webster Groves), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Webster Groves 0.7 mi 5.3
CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves 0.8 mi 4.6
QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY St. Louis 0.8 mi 6.5
HIXSON MIDDLE St. Louis 0.7 mi 8.6
WALTER AMBROSE FAMILY CENTER St. Louis 1.2 mi 2.9
KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. Kirkwood 1.0 mi 3.9
HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis 1.2 mi 6.4
CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.2
URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.0 mi 6.9
BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis 1.3 mi 8.5
EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 8.8
FAITH ACADEMY St. Louis 1.4 mi
GREAT CIRCLE EDGEWOOD CHILDREN'S CENTER St. Louis 1.6 mi 7.1
MIRIAM SCHOOL Webster Groves 1.8 mi 8.2
WEBSTER GROVES HIGH St. Louis 1.5 mi 8.2
NORTH GLENDALE ELEM. Kirkwood 1.7 mi 5.7
HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Webster Groves 1.6 mi 4.7
DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. St. Louis 2.0 mi 5.3
LONG ELEM. St. Louis 2.1 mi 7.9
SAPPINGTON ELEM. St. Louis 2.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,287

Median Home Value

$330,800

Median Rent

$1,275/mo

Population

34,574

College Educated

64.4%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

40.9

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
DIXON ELEM. Dixon, MO 8.4
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Hannibal, MO 8.4
OAKWOOD MANOR ELEMENTARY Gladstone, MO 8.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clark Elem.

What grades does Clark Elem. serve?

Clark Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Clark Elem.?

Clark Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clark Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Clark Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clark Elem. rank in MO?

Clark Elem. ranks #193 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Clark Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Clark 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 Clark Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clark Elem. has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clark Elem. a charter school?

No, Clark Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clark Elem. a Title I school?

No, Clark Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clark Elem.?

4.9% of students at Clark 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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How does Clark Elem. stack up?

CONWAY ELEMENTARY
8.2

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County

District

WEBSTER GROVES
District Enrollment
4,366
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,734
District Rank
#5 of 9

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