Summary:
The 63105 zip code area is home to a high-performing school district, with 6 schools that consistently rank among the best in Missouri. This includes Clayton High School, a top 10-15 high school in the state, and Wydown Middle School, a top 10-12 middle school. The district's focus on academic excellence is evident in the exceptional test scores, high graduation rates, and low chronic absenteeism across the schools.
The standout schools in the area include Meramec Elementary, ranked among the top 7-8 elementary schools in Missouri, and Clayton High School, which boasts a 97.1% 4-year graduation rate and over 70% of students proficient or better in core subjects. The schools in the 63105 zip code consistently outperform the state averages in MAP/End of Course test scores, with a strong focus on STEM subjects.
While the majority of the schools in the Clayton School District are high-performing, the Juvenile Detention Center stands out as an outlier, with lower test scores, higher chronic absenteeism, and a higher free/reduced lunch rate. This highlights the unique challenges faced by alternative schools serving a more disadvantaged student population.
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