For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 642 students in 63116, MO.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 63116, MO are Gateway Science Acad-south Ele and Momentum Academy Tower Grve South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 63116 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Missouri public charter school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 28% statewide average). Charter schools in 63116, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public charter school average of 87% (majority Black).
Best 63116, MO Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway Science Acad-south Ele
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Momentum Academy Tower Grve South
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
63116, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3417 Grace Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-1038
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-1038
Gr: 6-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 63116, MO?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 63116, MO include Gateway Science Acad-south Ele and Momentum Academy Tower Grve South.
How many public charter schools are located in 63116?
2 public charter schools are located in 63116.
What is the racial composition of students in 63116?
63116 public charter schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public charter schools average of 87% (majority Black).
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