For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,067 students in 63121, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63121, MO are Jefferson Elementary School and Barack Obama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 63121 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 63121, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63121, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4315 Cardwell Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63121
(314) 493-0100
Saint Louis, MO 63121
(314) 493-0100
Gr: 1-8 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Barack Obama Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3883 Jennings Station Road
Saint Louis, MO 63121
(314) 493-0850
Saint Louis, MO 63121
(314) 493-0850
Gr: 1-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
7837 Natural Bridge Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63121
(314) 493-0200
Saint Louis, MO 63121
(314) 493-0200
Gr: 6-8 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 63121, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63121, MO include Jefferson Elementary School and Barack Obama Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 63121?
3 public middle schools are located in 63121.
What is the racial composition of students in 63121?
63121 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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