For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 477 students in 63108, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63108, MO are Griscom Juvenile Detention Center, The Biome and Cole Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63108 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63108, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63108, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3847 Enright Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 552-2219
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 552-2219
Gr: 5-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
The Biome
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4471 Olive Street
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 531-0982
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 531-0982
Gr: K-5 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Cole Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3935 Enright Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 533-0894
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 533-0894
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63108, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63108, MO include Griscom Juvenile Detention Center, The Biome and Cole Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63108?
3 public elementary schools are located in 63108.
What is the racial composition of students in 63108?
63108 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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