Excellent
#4 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 1% of private schools
The St Michael School of Clayton
Elementary School
6345 WYDOWN BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63105
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#4 of 399
In St. Louis
#1 of 74
public schools
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The St Michael School of Clayton
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The St Michael School of Clayton
The St Michael School of Clayton is a private elementary school in St. Louis, MO. The St Michael School of Clayton serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
The St Michael School of Clayton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, The St Michael School of Clayton is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, The St Michael School of Clayton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The St Michael School of Clayton is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The St Michael School of Clayton compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The St Michael School of Clayton (this school) | 9.1 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES | 6.4 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. | 5.6 |
| WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. | 6.3 |
| KIPP TRIUMPH ACADEMY | 3.7 |
| KIPP VICTORY ACADEMY | 3.3 |
| COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE | 4.2 |
| ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL | — |
| MASON ELEM. | 7.8 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON MONTESSORI | 5.3 |
| SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. | 6.1 |
| LACLEDE ELEM. | 4.7 |
| THE BIOME | 7.6 |
| STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. | 6.1 |
| ADAMS ELEM. | 5.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. | 4.2 |
| REED ELEMENTARY | 9.0 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC | 6.2 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC | 5.7 |
| PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.9 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6345 WYDOWN BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The St Michael School of Clayton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FORSYTH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Clayton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MRH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Richmond Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE WILSON SCHOOL Clayton | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| A GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST ROCH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Clayton | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JULIA GOLDSTEIN EARLY CHILD. University City | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FLYNN PARK ELEM. University City | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PERSHING ELEM. University City | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| MET DAY TREATMENT CENTER Wellston | 1.8 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 9.1 |
| NORWOOD ELEM. Norwood, MO | 9.1 |
| PERSHING ELEM. Springfield, MO | 9.1 |
| BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick, MO | 9.2 |
| Campbellton Elementary New Haven, MO | 8.9 |
| NORTH MERCER ELEM. Mercer, MO | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The St Michael School of Clayton
What grades does The St Michael School of Clayton serve?
The St Michael School of Clayton serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The St Michael School of Clayton?
The St Michael School of Clayton has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The St Michael School of Clayton?
The student-teacher ratio at The St Michael School of Clayton is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The St Michael School of Clayton rank in MO?
The St Michael School of Clayton ranks #4 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is The St Michael School of Clayton's MySchoolScout rating?
The St Michael School of Clayton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The St Michael School of Clayton a private school?
Yes, The St Michael School of Clayton is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The St Michael School of Clayton a religious school?
The St Michael School of Clayton has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 721-4422
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