Excellent
#60 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 3% in state
Meramec Elem.
Elementary School · CLAYTON
400 S MERAMEC AVE, Clayton, MO 63105
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#60 of 2,221
In Clayton
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
CLAYTON
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Meramec Elem.
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About Meramec Elem.
Meramec Elem. is a public elementary school in Clayton, MO, part of CLAYTON. Meramec Elem. serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Meramec Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Meramec Elem. show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Meramec Elem. — Students at Meramec Elem. score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Meramec Elem. Compares
See how Meramec Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 S MERAMEC AVE, Clayton, MO 63105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meramec Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REED ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a very similar rating. Another option is RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clayton, see our Clayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 1.1 mi | — |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| FLYNN PARK ELEM. University City | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | — |
| REED ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| AGAPE ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH Brentwood | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia, MO | 8.9 |
| GREEN TRAILS ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 8.9 |
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 8.8 |
| BUCKNER ELEM. Independence, MO | 9.0 |
| EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| FLINT HILL ELEMENTARY Wentzville, MO | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meramec Elem.
What grades does Meramec Elem. serve?
Meramec Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meramec Elem.?
Meramec Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meramec Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Meramec Elem. is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meramec Elem. rank in MO?
Meramec Elem. ranks #60 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Meramec Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Meramec Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Meramec Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meramec Elem. has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Meramec Elem. a charter school?
No, Meramec Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meramec Elem. a Title I school?
No, Meramec Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meramec Elem.?
4.6% of students at Meramec 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (314) 854-6300
Resources & Links
District
CLAYTON- District Enrollment
- 2,416
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,526
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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