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#1675 of 2,221 schools in MO
Craig Elem.
Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2
1492 CRAIG RD, St. Louis, MO 63146
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,675 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#108 of 193
public schools
In district
#27 of 29
PARKWAY C-2
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Craig Elem.
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Craig Elem.
Craig Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Craig Elem. serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Craig Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,675 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Craig Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Craig Elem. — Students at Craig Elem. score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.6%
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: 3.4/10.
How Craig Elem. Compares
See how Craig 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
1492 CRAIG RD, St. Louis, MO 63146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Craig Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELLERIVE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Creve Coeur), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPOEDE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROSS ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| MCKELVEY PRIMARY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTH HIGH St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE Maryland Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| WILLOW BROOK ELEM. Creve Coeur | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.2 mi | — |
| SPOEDE ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| PATTONVILLE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Maryland Heights | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF GREATER ST LOUIS St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| TRADITIONAL SCH. Maryland Heights | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ROSSMAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY St. Louis | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MIRIAM ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,724
Median Home Value
$283,600
Median Rent
$1,315/mo
Population
30,917
College Educated
62.3%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 5.1 |
| JOEL E. BARBER ELEM. Lebanon, MO | 5.1 |
| LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.1 |
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 5.1 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 5.1 |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton, MO | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Craig Elem.
What grades does Craig Elem. serve?
Craig Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Craig Elem.?
Craig Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Craig Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Craig Elem. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Craig Elem. rank in MO?
Craig Elem. ranks #1,675 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Craig Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Craig Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Craig Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Craig Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Craig Elem. a charter school?
No, Craig Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Craig Elem. a Title I school?
No, Craig Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Craig Elem.?
18.6% of students at Craig 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
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (314) 415-6200
Resources & Links
District
PARKWAY C-2- District Enrollment
- 16,924
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,983
- District Rank
- #27 of 29
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