Serving 464 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 69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wild Horse Elementary serves the northern part of Chesterfield, MO, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Wild Horse Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wild Horse 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 Wild Horse Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#42 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
49%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #42 out of 2,076 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
464 students attend Wild Horse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wild Horse Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wild Horse Elementary School?
Wild Horse Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wild Horse Elementary School offer ?
Wild Horse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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