For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 522 students in 63147, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 71 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 63147, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63147, MO are Earl Nance Sr. Elementary School and Herzog Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63147 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63147, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63147, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Earl Nance Sr. Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8959 Riverview Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63147
(314) 867-0634
Saint Louis, MO 63147
(314) 867-0634
Gr: PK-6 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Herzog Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5831 Pamplin Pl
Saint Louis, MO 63147
(314) 385-2212
Saint Louis, MO 63147
(314) 385-2212
Gr: PK-6 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
63147, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5814 Thekla
Saint Louis, MO 63147
(314) 388-2477
Saint Louis, MO 63147
(314) 388-2477
Gr: PK-6 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63147, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63147, MO include Earl Nance Sr. Elementary School and Herzog Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63147?
2 public schools are located in 63147.
What percentage of students in 63147 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 63147 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63147?
63147 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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