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Glenridge Elem.

Elementary School · CLAYTON

7447 WELLINGTON WAY, Clayton, MO 63105

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,153 of 2,221

In Clayton

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

CLAYTON

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Glenridge Elem.

6.3/10

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

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About Glenridge Elem.

Glenridge Elem. is a public elementary school in Clayton, MO, part of CLAYTON. Glenridge Elem. serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,153 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Glenridge Elem. show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 8.0
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.3 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,526
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Glenridge Elem. — Students at Glenridge Elem. score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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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 MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 38 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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
75.5%
ELA
79.5%
2025
Math
71.4%
ELA
74.6%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Glenridge Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in MO
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

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

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), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERAMEC ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 8.9
JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton 0.9 mi 5.5
A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 0.9 mi
FLYNN PARK ELEM. University City 1.1 mi 7.6
RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton 0.9 mi 8.7
WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton 0.9 mi 7.6
CLAYTON HIGH Clayton 1.2 mi 9.1
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 8.7
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 5.3
UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City 1.8 mi 6.8
MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH Maplewood 1.8 mi 7.7

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

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DELAWARE ELEM. Springfield, MO 6.3
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MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City, MO 6.3

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. ranks #1,153 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Glenridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Glenridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Glenridge Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenridge Elem. has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

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

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