- STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. — Grades PK–2 · 472 students
- GATEWAY ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 426 students
- MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS — Grades PK–5 · 413 students
- BUDER ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 359 students
- Woerner Elem — Grades PK–5 · 349 students
- DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES — Grades PK–5 · 337 students
- WOODWARD ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 319 students
- MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 313 students
- WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. — Grades PK–2 · 304 students
- SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. — Grades PK–5 · 272 students
- WASHINGTON MONTESSORI — Grades PK–5 · 266 students
- BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC — Grades PK–5 · 260 students
- OAK HILL ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 256 students
- HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. — Grades PK–5 · 243 students
- LEXINGTON ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 234 students
- FROEBEL ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 178 students
- BRYAN HILL ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 173 students
- MERAMEC ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 171 students
- PEABODY ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 171 students
- AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS — Grades PK–5 · 131 students
- JEFFERSON ELEM. — Grades PK–5 · 125 students
- HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING — Grades 3–5 · 108 students
- GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM — Grades PK–5 · 103 students
- COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 419 students
- CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 396 students
- GATEWAY MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 382 students
- BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS — Grades 6–8 · 361 students
- YEATMAN-LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 300 students
- LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. — Grades 6–8 · 290 students
- ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE — Grades 6–8 · 289 students
- Carnahan Middle — Grades 6–8 · 214 students
- GATEWAY HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 860 students
- ROOSEVELT HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 734 students
- VASHON HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 621 students
- MILLER CAREER ACADEMY — Grades 9–12 · 430 students
- SUMNER HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 407 students
- SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES — Grades 9–12 · 337 students
- COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO — Grades 9–12 · 332 students
- METRO HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 317 students
- CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 314 students
- MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. — Grades 6–12 · 610 students
- MASON ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 393 students
- NAHED CHAPMAN NEW AMERICAN ACA — Grades K–8 · 332 students
- EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 321 students
- COLE ELEM. — Grades PK–8 · 283 students
- HICKEY ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 273 students
- LACLEDE ELEM. — Grades PK–8 · 264 students
- MANN ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 261 students
- LYON AT BLOW ELEM. — Grades PK–8 · 243 students
- COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. — Grades PK–6 · 216 students
- SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. — Grades PK–6 · 206 students
- HODGEN ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 206 students
- HERZOG ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 201 students
- ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. — Grades PK–6 · 199 students
- MONROE ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 181 students
- ADAMS ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 171 students
- HENRY ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 165 students
- SHENANDOAH ELEM. — Grades PK–6 · 145 students
- WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. — Grades PK–6 · 122 students
- COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING — Grades 8–12 · 85 students
- ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. — Grades PK–8 · 43 students
- GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR — Grades 5–12 · 27 students
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| Metric | St. Louis City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 4 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,800/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About St. Louis City School District
Families searching for schools in St. Louis, Missouri (ZIP 63116) are zoned to St. Louis City School District in St. Louis County. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Missouri districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, St. Louis City School District spends approximately $11,800 per student per year, placing it 7% above the Missouri state average of approximately $11,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, St. Louis City School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact St. Louis City School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), St. Louis City School District ranks among Missouri’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
St. Louis City School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 63116
Children in zip code 63116 are assigned to St. Louis City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 63116, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact St. Louis City School District at (989)681-2545 or visit www.stlouisschools.net. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Missouri districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in St. Louis
For families considering a purchase in the St. Louis area, district assignment matters financially. Because St. Louis City School District serves zip code 63116, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 63116 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Missouri, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support St. Louis City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 63116.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with St. Louis City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 63116 data.