For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,246 students in 63043, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 311 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 63043, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63043, MO are Mckelvey Intermediate, Rose Acres Elementary School and Pattonville Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63043 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63043, MO 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 33% (majority Black).
Best 63043, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckelvey Intermediate
(Math: 72% | 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
Gr: 2-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Rose Acres Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2905 Rose Acres Ln
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8017
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8017
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Pattonville Sr. High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2497 Creve Coeur Mill Rd
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8051
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8051
Gr: 9-12 | 1,945 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Traditional School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 Fee Fee Rd
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8016
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 213-8016
Gr: K-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Pattonville Heights Middle School
(Math: 34% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Parkwood Elementary School
(Math: 36% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63043, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63043, MO include Mckelvey Intermediate, Rose Acres Elementary School and Pattonville Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 63043?
6 public schools are located in 63043.
What percentage of students in 63043 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 63043 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63043?
63043 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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