MERAMEC ELEM.

www.claytonschools.net/MER

355 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Meramec Elementary School, located in the heart of Clayton, Missouri, serves as a cornerstone of the School District of Clayton. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach, the school fosters a nurturing environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. As part of a highly-regarded suburban district, Meramec benefits from strong community support, dedicated faculty, and a curriculum designed to challenge students while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.

The school is well-regarded for its diverse student body and inclusive atmosphere, which aims to prepare children for success in a global society. Beyond the classroom, Meramec offers a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities that cater to a wide range of interests, from the arts to athletics. By prioritizing collaborative learning and strong home-school partnerships, Meramec Elementary consistently maintains a reputation for providing a high-quality educational experience that prepares students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

355

Total Students

31.4

Full-Time Teachers

11.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

5.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MERAMEC ELEM.
Demographic	Student Count
White	240
Hispanic	9
Black	38
Asian	39
Two or More	27
American Indian	2

White
240 (67.6 %)
Asian
39 (11.0 %)
Black
38 (10.7 %)
Two or More
27 (7.6 %)
Hispanic
9 (2.5 %)
American Indian
2 (0.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	CLAYTON
Phone:	(314)854-6300
Website:	http://www.claytonschools.net/MER
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	355
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	17
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 54

Grade 1 58

Grade 2 53

Grade 3 67

Grade 4 64

Grade 5 59