Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wild Horse Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wild Horse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wild Horse Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wild Horse Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wild Horse Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
6%
15%
White
34%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wild Horse Elementary School's ranking?
Wild Horse Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Wild Horse Elementary School often compared to?
Wild Horse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesterfield Elementary School, Ellisville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Wild Horse Elementary School?
492 students attend Wild Horse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wild Horse Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wild Horse Elementary School?
Wild Horse Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wild Horse Elementary School offer ?
Wild Horse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wild Horse Elementary School part of?
Wild Horse Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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