For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,134 students in 63106, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in 63106, MO are Elias Michael Elementary School, Gateway Elementary School and George Washington Carver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63106 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63106, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63106, MO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elias Michael Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2 Gateway Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-0993
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-0993
Gr: PK-8 | 47 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Gateway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4 Gateway Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-8255
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-8255
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
George Washington Carver Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3325 Bell
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 932-1464
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 932-1464
Gr: PK-5 | 112 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Hogan St
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-2459
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-2459
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Rank: #55.
Columbia Elem. Comm. Ed. Center
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3120 St Louis Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-2750
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-2750
Gr: PK-6 | 211 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Rank: #66.
Henry Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 N Tenth St
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-7284
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-7284
Gr: PK-6 | 163 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
63106, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3325 Bell Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-7020
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-7020
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students
1415 N Garrison Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-2526
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-2526
Gr: PK-6 | 143 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
1632 Hogan St
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-8464
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-8464
Gr: K-5 | 160 students Minority enrollment: 98%
La Salle Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1106 North Jefferson
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 531-9820
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 531-9820
Gr: 6-8 | 115 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
1106 N JEFFERSON AVE
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 531-9820
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 531-9820
Gr: 6-8 | 113 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
1212 N 22nd St
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-1443
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-1443
Gr: 6-8 | 189 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
2127 N 11th St
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-9196
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-9196
Gr: 6-8 | 320 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 63106, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 63106, MO include Elias Michael Elementary School, Gateway Elementary School and George Washington Carver Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63106?
6 public preschools are located in 63106.
What is the racial composition of students in 63106?
63106 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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