For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,798 students in 63116, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 322 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 63116, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63116, MO are Gateway Science Acad-south Ele, Momentum Academy Tower Grve South and Woerner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63116 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63116, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63116, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway Science Acad-south Ele
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6651 Gravois Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 669-9000
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 669-9000
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Momentum Academy Tower Grve South
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3716 Morganford Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 571-5762
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 571-5762
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Woerner Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6131 Leona St
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-8585
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-8585
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4047 Juniata St
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-4545
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-4545
Gr: PK-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Morganford Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-0420
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-0420
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Long Middle Community Ed. Center
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5028 Morganford Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-3440
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-3440
Gr: 6-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63116, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63116, MO include Gateway Science Acad-south Ele, Momentum Academy Tower Grve South and Woerner Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63116?
6 public schools are located in 63116.
What percentage of students in 63116 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 63116 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63116?
63116 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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