Excellent
#218 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 10% in state
Pond Elem.
Elementary School · ROCKWOOD R-VI
17200 MANCHESTER RD, Wildwood, MO 63040
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Wildwood
#2 of 7
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#146 of 1,202
In district
#4 of 30
ROCKWOOD R-VI
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Pond Elem.
Pond Elem. is a public elementary school in Wildwood, MO, part of the ROCKWOOD R-VI. The school serves approximately 405 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 90.2th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 51% proficiency in math and 67% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $130,139, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Pond Elem. — Students at Pond Elem. score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.3%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Pond Elem. Compares
See how Pond Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 52% (2019) to 54% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 72% (2022).
Location
17200 MANCHESTER RD, Wildwood, MO 63040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pond Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELLISVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Ellisville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FAIRWAY ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BABLER ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Glencoe), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wildwood, see our Wildwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILDWOOD MIDDLE Wildwood | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ST ALBAN ROE SCHOOL Wildwood | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LAFAYETTE SR. HIGH Wildwood | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| GREEN PINES ELEM. Wildwood | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LASALLE SPRINGS MIDDLE Wildwood | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| FAIRWAY ELEM. Wildwood | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ROCKWOOD VALLEY MIDDLE Wildwood | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY WILDWOOD Wildwood | 2.5 mi | — |
| ELEGANT CHILD EARLY LEARNING CENTER Wildwood | 2.9 mi | — |
| RIDGE MEADOWS ELEM. Ellisville | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ELLISVILLE ELEM. Ellisville | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. Chesterfield | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CRESTVIEW MIDDLE Ellisville | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| EUREKA SR. HIGH Eureka | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| EUREKA ELEM. Eureka | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ellisville | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eureka | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BLEVINS ELEM. Eureka | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chesterfield | 4.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,139
Median Home Value
$408,800
Median Rent
$1,504/mo
Population
8,826
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
42.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Pond Elem. has a median household income of $130,139. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $408,800, with a median rent of $1,504/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 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 |
|---|---|
| BABLER ELEM. Glencoe, MO | 8.2 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.2 |
| COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville, MO | 8.2 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO | 8.2 |
| EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie, MO | 8.2 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings, MO | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pond Elem.
What grades does Pond Elem. serve?
Pond Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pond Elem.?
Pond Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pond Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pond Elem. is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pond Elem. rank in MO?
Pond Elem. is ranked #218 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Pond Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pond Elem. has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Pond Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pond Elem. has 51.0% math proficiency and 67.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Pond Elem. a charter school?
No, Pond Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pond Elem. a Title I school?
No, Pond Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pond Elem.?
12.3% of students at Pond 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (636) 733-3225
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ROCKWOOD R-VI- District Enrollment
- 20,088
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,527
- District Rank
- #4 of 30
Other Schools in This District
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