For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,495 students in 63116, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 63116, MO are Gateway Science Acad-south Ele, Momentum Academy Tower Grve South and Woerner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63116 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63116, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63116, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway Science Acad-south Ele
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6651 Gravois Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 669-9000
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 669-9000
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Momentum Academy Tower Grve South
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3716 Morganford Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 571-5762
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 571-5762
Gr: PK-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Woerner Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6131 Leona St
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-8585
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-8585
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4047 Juniata St
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-4545
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-4545
Gr: PK-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Morganford Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-0420
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 481-0420
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
63116, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3417 Grace Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-1038
Saint Louis, MO 63116
(314) 772-1038
Gr: 6-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 63116, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 63116, MO include Gateway Science Acad-south Ele, Momentum Academy Tower Grve South and Woerner Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63116?
5 public preschools are located in 63116.
What is the racial composition of students in 63116?
63116 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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