For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 4,213 students in 63104, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 63104, MO are Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac., Lafayette Preparatory Academy and Lift For Life Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63104 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63104, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63104, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.
(Math: 70% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2156 Russell Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 773-0027
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 773-0027
Gr: 6-12 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1900 Lafayette Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 880-4458
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 880-4458
Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Lift For Life Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1731 S Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Gr: 9-12 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
The Soulard School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Victor St.
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 865-2799
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 865-2799
Gr: K-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Dewey School-internat'l. Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
815 Ann Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 645-4845
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 645-4845
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Humboldt Academy Of Higher Lrning
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2516 S. 9th St.
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 932-5720
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 932-5720
Gr: 3-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Kipp Wisdom Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1224 Grattan St.
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 384-9561
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 384-9561
Gr: K-4 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Shenandoah Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3412 Shenandoah Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 772-7544
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 772-7544
Gr: PK-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Lift For Life Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1731 S Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Gr: 5-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Hodgen Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1616 California
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-2539
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-2539
Gr: PK-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Momentum Fox Park
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2617 Shenandoah Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 450-7651
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 450-7651
Gr: K-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #1212.
Peabody Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1224 S 14th St
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 241-1533
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 241-1533
Gr: PK-5 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
AcademyOf Entre Stdylouverture
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3021 Hickory St
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 932-1465
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 932-1465
Gr: 6-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1414.
Sigel Elem. Comm. Ed. Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2050 Allen Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-0010
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-0010
Gr: PK-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1515.
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1920 7th Street
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Gr: PK-4 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #1616.
Nahed Chapman New American Academy
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1547 S. Theresa
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 776-3285
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 776-3285
Gr: K-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Education Therap Support At Madison
Alternative School
1118 South 7th St.
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 932-5711
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 932-5711
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63104, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63104, MO include Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac., Lafayette Preparatory Academy and Lift For Life Academy High School.
How many public schools are located in 63104?
17 public schools are located in 63104.
What is the racial composition of students in 63104?
63104 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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