For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,178 students in Maryland Heights, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 311 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Maryland Heights, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Maryland Heights, MO are Mckelvey Intermediate, Rose Acres Elementary School and Traditional School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Maryland Heights, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Maryland Heights have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Maryland Heights, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mckelvey Intermediate
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1751 Mckelvey Rd
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 415-6500
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 415-6500
Grades: 2-5
| 437 students
Rank: #22.
Rose Acres Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2905 Rose Acres Ln
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8017
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8017
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #33.
Traditional School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
102 Fee Fee Rd
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8016
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8016
Grades: K-8
| 384 students
Rank: #44.
Pattonville Sr. High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2497 Creve Coeur Mill Rd
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8051
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8051
Grades: 9-12
| 1,898 students
Rank: #55.
Pattonville Heights Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
195 Fee Fee Rd
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8033
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8033
Grades: 6-8
| 704 students
Rank: #66.
Parkwood Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3199 Parkwood Ln
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8015
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8015
Grades: PK-5
| 398 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Maryland Heights, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Maryland Heights, MO include Mckelvey Intermediate, Rose Acres Elementary School and Traditional School.
How many public schools are located in Maryland Heights?
6 public schools are located in Maryland Heights.
What percentage of students in Maryland Heights go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Maryland Heights are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Maryland Heights?
Maryland Heights public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Maryland Heights are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Maryland Heights include: Traditional School vs. Pattonville Heights Middle School, Rose Acres Elementary School vs. Mckelvey Intermediate
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