For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,792 students in 63116, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 270 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 63116, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 63116, MO are Gateway Science Acad-south Ele, Momentum Academy Tower Grve South and Mann Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63116 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63116, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63116, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gateway Science Acad-south Ele
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6651 Gravois Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 669-9000
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 669-9000
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #22.
Momentum Academy Tower Grve South
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3716 Morganford Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 571-5762
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 571-5762
Grades: PK-8
| 238 students
Rank: #33.
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4047 Juniata St
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-4545
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-4545
Grades: PK-6
| 273 students
Rank: #44.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Morganford Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-0420
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-0420
Grades: PK-5
| 219 students
Rank: #55.
Woerner Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6131 Leona St
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-8585
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-8585
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #66.
Long Middle Community Ed. Center
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5028 Morganford Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-3440
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-3440
Grades: 6-8
| 297 students
63116, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3417 Grace Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-1038
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-1038
Grades: 6-8
| 167 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 63116, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 63116, MO include Gateway Science Acad-south Ele, Momentum Academy Tower Grve South and Mann Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63116?
6 public schools are located in 63116.
What percentage of students in 63116 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 63116 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63116?
63116 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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