For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,853 students in 63130, MO (there are 4 private schools, serving 409 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 63130, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63130, MO are Flynn Park Elementary School, University City Sr. High School and Jackson Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63130 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63130, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63130, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flynn Park Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7220 Waterman Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4421
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4421
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
University City Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7401 Balson Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4100
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7400 Balson Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4451
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4451
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Brittany Woods
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8125 Groby Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4280
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4280
Gr: 6-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Barbara Jordan Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 N 82nd Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4361
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4361
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6761 Bartmer Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4152
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 290-4152
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
737 Kingsland Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 721-2965
Saint Louis, MO 63130
(314) 721-2965
Gr: PK | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63130, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63130, MO include Flynn Park Elementary School, University City Sr. High School and Jackson Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63130?
7 public schools are located in 63130.
What percentage of students in 63130 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 63130 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63130?
63130 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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