For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,642 students in 63118, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 63118, MO are South City, Kipp Wonder Academy and Meramec Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63118 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63118, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63118, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South City
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3112 Meramec
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 481-4700
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 481-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Kipp Wonder Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3740 Marine Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 450-9550
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 450-9550
Gr: PK-4 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Meramec Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2745 Meramec St
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 353-7145
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 353-7145
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Froebel Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3709 Nebraska Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 771-3533
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 771-3533
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3641 Missouri Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-7315
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-7315
Gr: PK-6 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
63118, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3740 Marine
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 533-0975
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 533-0975
Gr: K-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
2612 Wyoming St
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-3713
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-3713
Gr: K-5 | 190 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Ia Of Careers Elementary School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
3740 Marine Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-6300
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-6300
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
3740 Marine
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 533-0975
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 533-0975
Gr: 6-8 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
3450 Wisconsin Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-3664
Saint Louis, MO 63118
(314) 776-3664
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 63118, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 63118, MO include South City, Kipp Wonder Academy and Meramec Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63118?
5 public preschools are located in 63118.
What is the racial composition of students in 63118?
63118 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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