For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,386 students in 63021, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63021, MO are Selvidge Middle School and Southwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 63021 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 63021, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63021, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Selvidge Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
235 New Ballwin Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(636) 891-6100
Ballwin, MO 63021
(636) 891-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 Wren Ave
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-7300
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 63021, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63021, MO include Selvidge Middle School and Southwest Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 63021?
2 public middle schools are located in 63021.
What is the racial composition of students in 63021?
63021 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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