For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 847 students in 63144, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 178 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 63144, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63144, MO are Brentwood High School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Brentwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63144 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63144, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63144, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brentwood High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2221 High School Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-3837
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-3837
Gr: 9-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8636 Litzsinger Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-0613
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-0613
Gr: K-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Brentwood Middle School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2225 High School Dr.
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-8238
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-8238
Gr: 6-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Mcgrath Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2350 St Clair Ave - Suite A
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-6824
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 962-6824
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
2350 St. Clair Ave - Suite B
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 262-8521
Saint Louis, MO 63144
(314) 262-8521
Gr: PK | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63144, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63144, MO include Brentwood High School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Brentwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 63144?
5 public schools are located in 63144.
What percentage of students in 63144 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 63144 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63144?
63144 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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