For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 2,238 students in 63139, MO.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 63139, MO are Gateway Science Academy High School, Gateway Science Acad/st Louis and Gateway Science Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 63139 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public charter school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 28% statewide average). Charter schools in 63139, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public charter school average of 87% (majority Black).
Best 63139, MO Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway Science Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5049 Fyler Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Gateway Science Acad/st Louis
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6576 Smiley Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 932-7513
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 932-7513
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Gateway Science Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5049 Fyler Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 261-4361
Gr: 6-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Premier Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5279 Fyler Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-9600
Saint Louis, MO 63139
(314) 645-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 63139, MO?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 63139, MO include Gateway Science Academy High School, Gateway Science Acad/st Louis and Gateway Science Academy Middle School.
How many public charter schools are located in 63139?
4 public charter schools are located in 63139.
What is the racial composition of students in 63139?
63139 public charter schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public charter schools average of 87% (majority Black).
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