For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,426 students in 63139, MO (there are 3 private schools, serving 194 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 63139, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63139, MO are Mallinckrodt A.b.i. Elementary School, Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac and Collegiate School Of Med/bio. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63139 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63139, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63139, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mallinckrodt A.b.i. Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6020 Pernod Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 352-9212
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 352-9212
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5031 Potomac
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 353-8875
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 353-8875
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Collegiate School Of Med/bio
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4939 Kemper Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 696-2290
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 696-2290
Gr: 9-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Gateway Science Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5049 Fyler Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6576 Smiley Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 932-7513
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 932-7513
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Gateway Science Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5049 Fyler Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Gr: 6-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Mason Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6031 Southwest Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-1201
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-1201
Gr: PK-6 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #88.
Premier Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5279 Fyler Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-9600
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #99.
Shaw Visual/perf. Arts Center
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5329 Columbia Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 776-5091
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 776-5091
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3125 S Kingshighway Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 771-2772
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 771-2772
Gr: 9-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Wilkinson Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
1921 Prather Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-1202
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-1202
Gr: PK-2 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
63139, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3125 S Kingshighway
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 776-1301
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 776-1301
Gr: 9-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
1921 Prather Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-1207
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-1207
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63139, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63139, MO include Mallinckrodt A.b.i. Elementary School, Betty Wheeler Classical Jr. Ac and Collegiate School Of Med/bio.
How many public schools are located in 63139?
11 public schools are located in 63139.
What percentage of students in 63139 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 63139 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63139?
63139 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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