For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,313 students in 63139, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63139, MO are Gateway Science Academy Middle School and Premier Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 63139 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 63139, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 63139, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
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 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
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 middle schools in 63139, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63139, MO include Gateway Science Academy Middle School and Premier Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 63139?
2 public middle schools are located in 63139.
What is the racial composition of students in 63139?
63139 public middle schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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