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Best 63021 Missouri Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,178 students in 63021, MO (there are 7 private schools, serving 847 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 63021, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63021, MO are Barretts Elementary School, Oak Brook Elementary School and Woerther Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63021 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63021, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best 63021, MO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barretts Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1780 Carman Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-6000
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Oak Brook Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
510 Big Bend Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-6550
Gr: K-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Woerther Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
314 New Ballwin Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(636) 891-6175
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Ridge Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
777 Ridge Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(636) 891-6650
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Wren Hollow Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
655 Wren Ave
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-6850
Gr: K-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Selvidge Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
235 New Ballwin Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(636) 891-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Ballwin Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
400 Jefferson
Ballwin, MO 63021
(636) 891-6575
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
Hanna Woods Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
720 Hanna Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-6300
Gr: K-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #99.
Southwest Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
701 Wren Ave
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #1010.
South High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
801 Hanna Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,485 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1111.
Sorrento Springs Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
390 Tumulty Dr
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-6800
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1212.
Carman Trails Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
555 Weidman Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(314) 415-6100
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Creative Learning
Alternative School
265 Old State Rd
Ballwin, MO 63021
(636) 891-6550
Gr: 1-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 63021, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63021, MO include Barretts Elementary School, Oak Brook Elementary School and Woerther Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63021?
13 public schools are located in 63021.
What percentage of students in 63021 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 63021 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63021?
63021 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).

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