Excellent
#81 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 4% in state
River Bend Elem.
Elementary School · PARKWAY C-2
224 RIVER VALLEY DR, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Chesterfield
#1 of 13
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#58 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 29
PARKWAY C-2
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About River Bend Elem.
River Bend Elem. is a public elementary school in Chesterfield, MO, part of the PARKWAY C-2. The school serves approximately 377 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 96.4th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 60% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $128,750, where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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River Bend Elem. — Students at River Bend Elem. score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
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
→ 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: 8.8/10.
How River Bend Elem. Compares
See how River Bend Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 54% (2019) to 54% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 56% (2019) to 62% (2022).
Location
224 RIVER VALLEY DR, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Bend Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a comparable rating. Another option is GREEN TRAILS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EYC ACADEMY Chesterfield | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| INCARNATE WORD PARISH SCHOOL Chesterfield | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Chesterfield | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterfield | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN TRAILS ELEM. Chesterfield | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTH HIGH St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WHITFIELD SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. Chesterfield | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| MCKELVEY PRIMARY St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ROSS ELEM. St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE Maryland Heights | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSSMAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding River Bend Elem. has a median household income of $128,750. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $452,000, with a median rent of $1,632/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 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 |
|---|---|
| MID RIVERS ELEM. St. Peters, MO | 8.7 |
| South Point Elementary Washington, MO | 8.7 |
| WILDWOOD ELEM. Sarcoxie, MO | 8.7 |
| HAWTHORN ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 8.6 |
| HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 8.6 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Bend Elem.
What grades does River Bend Elem. serve?
River Bend Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend River Bend Elem.?
River Bend Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Bend Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at River Bend Elem. is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Bend Elem. rank in MO?
River Bend Elem. is ranked #81 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is River Bend Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
River Bend Elem. has a composite rating of 8.7 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 River Bend Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, River Bend Elem. has 50.0% math proficiency and 59.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is River Bend Elem. a charter school?
No, River Bend Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Bend Elem. a Title I school?
No, River Bend Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Bend Elem.?
19.4% of students at River Bend 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
- 14 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 25 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 26 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,382/100K)
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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Chesterfield). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 415-6650
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PARKWAY C-2- District Enrollment
- 16,924
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,983
- District Rank
- #1 of 29
Other Schools in This District
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