The Wilson School in Clayton blends traditional curriculum with specialized programs designed to meet children where they are. Nearly 200 pre-kindergarten through sixth grade students attend the private school which was established in 1913, making it one of the oldest in the area.
With class sizes of 18 to 20 students and two full-time teachers in each class, students receive personalized attention as they learn through innovative coursework. The Wilson School makes each grade special, providing different programs geared to the different age groups.
Children in pre-kindergarten benefit from curriculum that is tied to the full academic program, as well as studies by specialists in French, PE and Art.
First graders take part in an animal research project, coding begins in second grade and third graders learn about the world through a partnership that pairs the class with one in a different country. Fourth grade students participate in the time-honored tradition of the buddy program, which pairs them with a pre-kindergarten student to participate in various activities.
Fifth and sixth graders present a musical and participate in a yearlong photography unit, as well as field trips to Memphis and Little Rock for a civil rights unit.
The specialized coursework combined with an accelerated curriculum prepare these students to go on to some of the most prestigious secondary schools in the area.
The Wilson School
Private Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
400 De Mun Ave,
Clayton, MO
174
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Thad Falkner
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Annual Tuition
$27,200
Niche Grade
A+
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
27
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Full Time Teachers
25
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Part Time Teachers
2
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Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
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Male
65.7%
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Female
34.3%
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White
61.3%
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Black
16.8%
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Two or more races
15.3%
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Asian
5.1%
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Hispanic
1.5%
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This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/11/2022
Wilson has been amazing. My kids have been there for 8 years (and counting), and the teachers are loving, the curriculum challenging, the staff super helpful, and the classes small and creative.
7/11/2022
Both of our children have had wonderful experiences at The Wilson School. The teachers are all so dedicated to creating a rigorous and nurturing environment. They are committed to academic excellence as well as community engagement. The small size allows them to get to know each child and bring out the child's unique strengths.
7/13/2014
Head of school knows each student and their family personally. Administration very helpful
GreatSchools Reviews
4/11/2024
For the amount of tuition paid to this school, they should have: up to date technology where children have their own computers and not have to go to the computer lab that has broken computers, a decent playground area for children, where the equipment is not broken, maintenance staff for cleaning, a...
2/9/2023
I cannot imagine a kinder and more dedicated group of teachers and staff. Both of my children have thrived at The Wilson School because of the small school environment with two teachers per class (excellent, rigorous instruction with teachers who balance each other's strengths while supporting the s...
12/20/2022
The office staff assured us that our child would receive what he needed to excel. Not true. They scheduled his core classes for the afternoon because there is only one teacher per subject and apparently the “scholars “ get the morning slot. There is no air conditioning on the classroom side. The tea...
3/2/2021
My daughter goes to The Wilson School &I absolutely love it! They cater to children's needs, are committed to social &emotional well-being of students¬ solely academics&the families=community. In the midst of a pandemic, they did not miss a beat. Our school seamlessly switched to online learning...
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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
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The Wilson School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-6 located at 400 De Mun Ave in Clayton, in the Clayton neighborhood. Annual tuition is $27,200. The school has a total enrollment of 174 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. The Wilson School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average home value in this area is $952,403. Discover additional schools in the area, like Crossroads College Preparatory School, Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School, Esther Miller Bais Yaakov High School, and more. Learn more about what Clayton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Wilson School.