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Ralph M. Captain Elementary School

6345 Northwood Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 1%
Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ralph M. Captain Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 1% in MO
  • : 80-84% (Top 1%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ralph M. Captain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Ralph M. Captain Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Ralph M. Captain Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph M. Captain Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#13 out of 2076 schools
(Top 1%)
80-84%
40%
70-74%
43%
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
71%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
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 Ralph M. Captain Elementary School's ranking?
Ralph M. Captain Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ralph M. Captain Elementary School often compared to?
Ralph M. Captain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenridge Elementary School, Meramec Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ralph M. Captain Elementary School?
287 students attend Ralph M. Captain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ralph M. Captain Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph M. Captain Elementary School?
Ralph M. Captain Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ralph M. Captain Elementary School offer ?
Ralph M. Captain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralph M. Captain Elementary School part of?
Ralph M. Captain Elementary School is part of Clayton School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 80-84% (Top 1%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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