For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 720 students in 63109, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63109, MO are Buder Elementary School and Busch Middle School Character Athletics. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63109 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63109, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63109, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buder Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5319 Lansdowne Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 352-4343
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 352-4343
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Busch Middle School Character Athletics
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5910 Clifton Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 352-1043
Saint Louis, MO 63109
(314) 352-1043
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63109, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63109, MO include Buder Elementary School and Busch Middle School Character Athletics.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63109?
2 public elementary schools are located in 63109.
What is the racial composition of students in 63109?
63109 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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