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#818 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 37% in state

Highcroft Ridge Elem.

Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2

15380 HIGHCROFT DR, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#818 of 2,221

In Chesterfield

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#20 of 29

PARKWAY C-2

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Highcroft Ridge Elem.

7.0/10

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

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About Highcroft Ridge Elem.

Highcroft Ridge Elem. is a public elementary school in Chesterfield, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. Highcroft Ridge Elem. serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highcroft Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #818 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Highcroft Ridge Elem. show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+19.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,983
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Highcroft Ridge Elem. — Students at Highcroft Ridge Elem. score 69% 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

8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
68.7%
ELA
71.2%
2025
Math
67.5%
ELA
69.7%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Highcroft Ridge Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in MO
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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

15380 HIGHCROFT DR, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highcroft Ridge Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREEN TRAILS ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILD HORSE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. Chesterfield 1.0 mi 7.6
MISSOURI TORAH INSTITUTE Chesterfield 1.2 mi 7.0
WEST MIDDLE Chesterfield 1.5 mi 7.8
WEST HIGH Ballwin 1.7 mi 6.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD Chesterfield 1.9 mi 4.1
CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield 1.6 mi 7.4
ASCENSION SCHOOL Chesterfield 1.9 mi 4.7
GREEN TRAILS ELEM. Chesterfield 2.1 mi 8.9
CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin 2.4 mi 5.2
KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield 2.3 mi 6.5
WILD HORSE ELEM. Chesterfield 2.2 mi 8.8
MARQUETTE SR. HIGH Chesterfield 2.3 mi 7.3
CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterfield 2.5 mi 7.0
HENRY ELEM. Ballwin 2.9 mi 7.5
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Ballwin 3.1 mi 6.0
ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville 3.1 mi 6.3
ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville 3.1 mi 6.1
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country 2.6 mi 6.1
CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield 2.8 mi 7.2
CENTRAL MIDDLE Chesterfield 3.0 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,750

Median Home Value

$452,000

Median Rent

$1,632/mo

Population

43,074

College Educated

70.1%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

47.6

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CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 7.0
DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney, MO 7.0
EAST ELEM. Lamar, MO 7.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highcroft Ridge Elem.

What grades does Highcroft Ridge Elem. serve?

Highcroft Ridge Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Highcroft Ridge Elem.?

Highcroft Ridge Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highcroft Ridge Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Highcroft Ridge Elem. is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highcroft Ridge Elem. rank in MO?

Highcroft Ridge Elem. ranks #818 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Highcroft Ridge Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Highcroft Ridge Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Highcroft Ridge Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highcroft Ridge Elem. has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Highcroft Ridge Elem. a charter school?

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

Is Highcroft Ridge Elem. a Title I school?

No, Highcroft Ridge Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

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

8.0% of students at Highcroft Ridge 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
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

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

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