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#56 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 3% in state

Glenridge Elem.

Elementary School · CLAYTON

7447 WELLINGTON WAY, Clayton, MO 63105

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Clayton

#1 of 6

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#42 of 1,202

In district

#1 of 5

CLAYTON

School environment

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Glenridge Elem.

Glenridge Elem. is a public elementary school in Clayton, MO, part of the CLAYTON. The school serves approximately 318 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.5th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 65% proficiency in math and 65% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $119,446, where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.4Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)57%
vs. Expected+9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.9Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,162

Glenridge Elem. — Students at Glenridge Elem. score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
67%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Glenridge Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
98th percentile in MO
Academic
9.4/10
9.4/10
Growth
8.0/10
Above average
Environment
9.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers

Location

7447 WELLINGTON WAY, Clayton, MO 63105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glenridge Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a very similar rating. Another option is MRH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Richmond Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clayton, see our Clayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis 0.6 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton 0.7 mi 7.5
MERAMEC ELEM. Clayton 0.7 mi 7.9
JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton 0.9 mi 6.6
A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 0.9 mi
FLYNN PARK ELEM. University City 1.1 mi 4.8
RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton 0.9 mi 8.5
WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton 0.9 mi 8.8
CLAYTON HIGH Clayton 1.2 mi 8.5
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis 1.3 mi 6.2
IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 6.8
TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis 1.5 mi 6.7
ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis 1.5 mi
MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights 1.4 mi 8.6
THE WILSON SCHOOL Clayton 1.2 mi 8.2
THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON St. Louis 1.3 mi 9.1
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.1
JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City 1.7 mi 8.1
UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City 1.8 mi 6.6
MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH Maplewood 1.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,446

Median Home Value

$735,500

Median Rent

$1,520/mo

Population

18,860

College Educated

84.6%

Homeownership

56.4%

Avg Commute

17.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

30.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Glenridge Elem. has a median household income of $119,446. It is a well-educated community where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $735,500, with a median rent of $1,520/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 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
BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis, MO 8.8
Clearview Elementary Union, MO 8.8
ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. Kansas City, MO 8.8
FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.8
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View, MO 8.8
PORTAGEVILLE ELEM. Portageville, MO 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glenridge Elem.

What grades does Glenridge Elem. serve?

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

How many students attend Glenridge Elem.?

Glenridge Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Glenridge Elem. is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glenridge Elem. rank in MO?

Glenridge Elem. is ranked #56 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Glenridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Glenridge Elem. has a composite rating of 8.8 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 Glenridge Elem.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Glenridge Elem. has 65.3% math proficiency and 65.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Glenridge Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Glenridge Elem. a Title I school?

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

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

6.9% of students at Glenridge 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (897/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Clayton). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

CLAYTON
District Enrollment
2,416
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,526
District Rank
#1 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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