Excellent
#166 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 7% in state
Fairway Elem.
Elementary School · ROCKWOOD R-VI
480 OLD FAIRWAY DR, Wildwood, MO 63040
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Wildwood
#1 of 7
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#113 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 30
ROCKWOOD R-VI
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Fairway Elem.
Fairway Elem. is a public elementary school in Wildwood, MO, part of the ROCKWOOD R-VI. The school serves approximately 365 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.6th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math and 68% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $130,139, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Fairway Elem. — Students at Fairway Elem. score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Fairway Elem. Compares
See how Fairway Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 57% (2019) to 65% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 67% (2019) to 70% (2022).
Location
480 OLD FAIRWAY DR, Wildwood, MO 63040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairway Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELLISVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Ellisville), with a very similar rating. Another option is POND ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BABLER ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Glencoe), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wildwood, see our Wildwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIDGE MEADOWS ELEM. Ellisville | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| GREEN PINES ELEM. Wildwood | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LASALLE SPRINGS MIDDLE Wildwood | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LAFAYETTE SR. HIGH Wildwood | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| POND ELEM. Wildwood | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY WILDWOOD Wildwood | 2.5 mi | — |
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ST ALBAN ROE SCHOOL Wildwood | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ELLISVILLE ELEM. Ellisville | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ELEGANT CHILD EARLY LEARNING CENTER Wildwood | 2.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ellisville | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WILDWOOD MIDDLE Wildwood | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. Chesterfield | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CRESTVIEW MIDDLE Ellisville | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CDLC ELLISVILLE INC. Ellisville | 2.8 mi | — |
| EUREKA SR. HIGH Eureka | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| BLEVINS ELEM. Eureka | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCKWOOD VALLEY MIDDLE Wildwood | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,139
Median Home Value
$408,800
Median Rent
$1,504/mo
Population
8,826
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
42.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Fairway Elem. has a median household income of $130,139. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $408,800, with a median rent of $1,504/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELLE ELEM. Belle, MO | 8.4 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis, MO | 8.4 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia, MO | 8.4 |
| JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa, MO | 8.4 |
| JOSEPH L. MUDD ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 8.4 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester, MO | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairway Elem.
What grades does Fairway Elem. serve?
Fairway Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fairway Elem.?
Fairway Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairway Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairway 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 Fairway Elem. rank in MO?
Fairway Elem. is ranked #166 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Fairway Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Fairway Elem. has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fairway Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Fairway Elem. has 60.7% math proficiency and 68.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Fairway Elem. a charter school?
No, Fairway Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairway Elem. a Title I school?
No, Fairway Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairway Elem.?
6.8% of students at Fairway 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (636) 733-4175
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ROCKWOOD R-VI- District Enrollment
- 20,088
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,527
- District Rank
- #3 of 30
Other Schools in This District
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