For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,845 students in 63601, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63601, MO are Special Acres School, West County Elementary School and West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63601 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63601, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63601, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Special Acres School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 Eighth St
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
West County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
625 Chariton Ave
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 562-7535
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 562-7535
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
West Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
403 W Fite St
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Gr: 3-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
West County Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
728 Hwy M
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 562-7535
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 562-7535
Gr: 6-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #55.
Intermediate School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
801 Elm St
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3300
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3300
Gr: 5-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #66.
North County Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 N Parkside
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3300
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3300
Gr: 3-4 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #77.
Central Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 Columbia
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
900 St Francois Ave
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Gr: PK-2 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
63601, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Closed (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
519 8th St
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Gr: Inquire with school | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63601, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63601, MO include Special Acres School, West County Elementary School and West Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63601?
8 public elementary schools are located in 63601.
What is the racial composition of students in 63601?
63601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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