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#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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70%
Overall Proficiency69%
Expected (poverty-adj.)56%
vs. Expected+12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.1Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,775

John Weldon Elem. — Students at John Weldon Elem. score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.0%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
70%

* 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.

Overall Score
7.5/10
78th percentile in MO
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
6.8/10
Above average
Environment
6.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers

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

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CENTRAL ELEM. Dexter, MO 7.5
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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

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (0/100K)

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

FRANCIS HOWELL R-III
District Enrollment
17,241
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,462
District Rank
#3 of 21

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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