Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highcroft Ridge 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Highcroft Ridge Elementary serves the west part of Chesterfield, MO, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highcroft Ridge 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
School Overview
Highcroft Ridge Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Highcroft Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highcroft Ridge Elementary School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
10%
15%
White
67%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highcroft Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Highcroft Ridge Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Highcroft Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Highcroft Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claymont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Highcroft Ridge Elementary School?
369 students attend Highcroft Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Highcroft Ridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highcroft Ridge Elementary School?
Highcroft Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highcroft Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Highcroft Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highcroft Ridge Elementary School part of?
Highcroft Ridge Elementary School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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