Excellent
#82 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 4% in state
Wild Horse Elem.
Elementary School · ROCKWOOD R-VI
16695 WILD HORSE CREEK RD, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#82 of 2,221
In Chesterfield
#2 of 13
public schools
In district
#1 of 30
ROCKWOOD R-VI
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Wild Horse Elem.
Elementary School in Chesterfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wild Horse Elem.
Wild Horse Elem. is a public elementary school in Chesterfield, MO, part of ROCKWOOD R-VI. Wild Horse Elem. serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wild Horse Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Wild Horse Elem. show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Wild Horse Elem. — Students at Wild Horse Elem. score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 9.1/10.
How Wild Horse Elem. Compares
See how Wild Horse 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
16695 WILD HORSE CREEK RD, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wild Horse Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREEN TRAILS ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CHESTERFIELD ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ASCENSION SCHOOL Chesterfield | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| MISSOURI TORAH INSTITUTE Chesterfield | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chesterfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| MARQUETTE SR. HIGH Chesterfield | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. Chesterfield | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. Chesterfield | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CHESTERFIELD ELEM. Chesterfield | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. Chesterfield | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| CRESTVIEW MIDDLE Ellisville | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST MIDDLE Chesterfield | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| BARAT ACADEMY Chesterfield | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BARAT ACADEMY Chesterfield | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ELEGANT CHILD EARLY LEARNING CENTER Wildwood | 3.8 mi | — |
| GREEN TRAILS ELEM. Chesterfield | 3.2 mi | 8.9 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Ballwin | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST HIGH Ballwin | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,232
Median Home Value
$671,300
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Population
19,679
College Educated
81%
Homeownership
90.1%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 8.8 |
| EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| GAINESVILLE ELEM. Gainesville, MO | 8.8 |
| JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 8.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Troy, MO | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wild Horse Elem.
What grades does Wild Horse Elem. serve?
Wild Horse Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wild Horse Elem.?
Wild Horse Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wild Horse Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Wild Horse Elem. is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wild Horse Elem. rank in MO?
Wild Horse Elem. ranks #82 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Wild Horse Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Wild Horse Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Wild Horse Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wild Horse Elem. has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wild Horse Elem. a charter school?
No, Wild Horse Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wild Horse Elem. a Title I school?
No, Wild Horse Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wild Horse Elem.?
13.0% of students at Wild Horse 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
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (636) 891-6075
Resources & Links
District
ROCKWOOD R-VI- District Enrollment
- 20,088
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,527
- District Rank
- #1 of 30
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