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Claymont Elem.

Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2

405 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Ballwin, MO 63011

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,628 of 2,221

In Ballwin

#11 of 12

public schools

In district

#26 of 29

PARKWAY C-2

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Claymont Elem.

5.2/10

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

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About Claymont Elem.

Claymont Elem. is a public elementary school in Ballwin, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Claymont Elem. serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Claymont Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,628 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Claymont Elem. show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,983
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

Claymont Elem. — Students at Claymont Elem. score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 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
70%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2024
Math
57.4%
ELA
60.8%
2025
Math
57.4%
ELA
54%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Claymont Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in MO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

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

405 COUNTRY CLUB DR, Ballwin, MO 63011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Claymont Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOERTHER ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BALLWIN ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HENRY ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ballwin, see our Ballwin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WEST MIDDLE Chesterfield 0.9 mi 7.8
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Ballwin 1.1 mi 6.0
WEST HIGH Ballwin 1.2 mi 6.6
BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin 1.4 mi 7.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD Chesterfield 1.3 mi 4.1
ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville 1.3 mi 6.3
ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville 1.3 mi 6.1
SELVIDGE MIDDLE Ballwin 1.7 mi 8.4
HOLY INFANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballwin 1.8 mi 5.5
KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield 1.5 mi 6.5
WOERTHER ELEM. Ballwin 2.1 mi 8.7
HENRY ELEM. Ballwin 1.7 mi 7.5
CDLC ELLISVILLE INC. Ellisville 1.9 mi
HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. Chesterfield 2.4 mi 7.0
MARQUETTE SR. HIGH Chesterfield 2.0 mi 7.3
MISSOURI TORAH INSTITUTE Chesterfield 2.3 mi 7.0
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ellisville 2.2 mi 6.5
ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester 2.3 mi
SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin 2.6 mi 4.3
CRESTVIEW MIDDLE Ellisville 2.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,941

Median Home Value

$373,600

Median Rent

$1,624/mo

Population

36,274

College Educated

66.4%

Homeownership

83.7%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

44

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar, MO 5.2
CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis, MO 5.2
ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO 5.2
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO 5.2
FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove, MO 5.2
GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Claymont Elem.

What grades does Claymont Elem. serve?

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

How many students attend Claymont Elem.?

Claymont Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Claymont Elem. is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Claymont Elem. rank in MO?

Claymont Elem. ranks #1,628 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Claymont Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Claymont Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Claymont Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Claymont Elem. has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Claymont Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Claymont Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

7.9% of students at Claymont 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
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

District

PARKWAY C-2
District Enrollment
16,924
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,983
District Rank
#26 of 29

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