Very Good
#485 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 22% in state
John Weldon Elem.
Elementary School · FRANCIS HOWELL R-III
7370 WELDON SPRING RD, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Dardenne Prairie
#1 of 2
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#284 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 21
FRANCIS HOWELL R-III
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About John Weldon Elem.
John Weldon Elementary serves 656 students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth in Dardenne Prairie, Missouri. With 49 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning an impressive 8.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 108th out of 2,234 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 95th percentile.
Students show solid proficiency rates with 70% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, while 68% demonstrate proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. John Weldon Elementary is situated in an affluent suburban community where families value education highly. The surrounding 63368 zip code area reflects this commitment, with 49% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $116,471.
The neighborhood's low poverty rate of just 3.6% and median home values around $298,200 indicate a stable, well-established community of approximately 46,000 residents. The school operates in a large suburban setting that provides families with the benefits of spacious neighborhoods while maintaining access to quality educational resources and community amenities.
Score Breakdown
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John Weldon Elem. — Students at John Weldon Elem. score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How John Weldon Elem. Compares
See how John Weldon Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 68% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 74% (2019) to 70% (2022).
Location
7370 WELDON SPRING RD, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Weldon Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSTMANN ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby O'Fallon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby O'Fallon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EMGE ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby O'Fallon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dardenne Prairie, see our Dardenne Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANCIS HOWELL HIGH St. Charles | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE O'Fallon | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| OAKHAVEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| FRANCIS HOWELL MIDDLE St. Charles | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| CROSSROADS ELEM. Dardenne Prairie | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC. CTR St. Charles | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BARFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR O'Fallon | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| BRYAN MIDDLE St. Charles | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEM. St. Charles | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| FUTURE APOSTLE ACADEMY O'Fallon | 3.5 mi | — |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. O'Fallon | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ROCK CREEK ELEM. O'Fallon | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Boonslick St. Peters | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,811
Median Home Value
$327,700
Median Rent
$1,442/mo
Population
45,862
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
38.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding John Weldon Elem. has a median household income of $118,811. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $327,700, with a median rent of $1,442/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 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 |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEM. Dexter, MO | 7.5 |
| Carl Junction Primary 2-3 Carl Junction, MO | 7.5 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY Jackson, MO | 7.5 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.5 |
| HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.5 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Gladstone, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Weldon Elem.
What grades does John Weldon Elem. serve?
John Weldon Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John Weldon Elem.?
John Weldon Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Weldon Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at John Weldon Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Weldon Elem. rank in MO?
John Weldon Elem. is ranked #485 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is John Weldon Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
John Weldon Elem. has a composite rating of 7.5 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 John Weldon Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, John Weldon Elem. has 67.0% math proficiency and 71.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is John Weldon Elem. a charter school?
No, John Weldon Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Weldon Elem. a Title I school?
No, John Weldon Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Weldon Elem.?
9.5% of students at John Weldon 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Charles County
- Phone
- (636) 851-5500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
FRANCIS HOWELL R-III- District Enrollment
- 17,241
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,462
- District Rank
- #3 of 21
Other Schools in This District
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