Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pond Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pond 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
Pond Elementary School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Pond Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pond Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#172 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
81%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pond Elementary School's ranking?
Pond Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pond Elementary School?
405 students attend Pond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pond Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pond Elementary School?
Pond Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pond Elementary School offer ?
Pond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pond Elementary School part of?
Pond Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
In what neighborhood is Pond Elementary School located?
Pond Elementary School is located in the Grover neighborhood of Wildwood, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Grover.
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