For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,701 students in 63104, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 63104, MO are Lafayette Preparatory Academy, Dewey School-internat'l. Studies and Shenandoah Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63104 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63104, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63104, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lafayette Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1900 Lafayette Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 880-4458
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 880-4458
Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Dewey School-internat'l. Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
815 Ann Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 645-4845
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 645-4845
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Shenandoah Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3412 Shenandoah Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 772-7544
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 772-7544
Gr: PK-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Hodgen Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1616 California
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-2539
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-2539
Gr: PK-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Peabody Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1224 S 14th St
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 241-1533
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 241-1533
Gr: PK-5 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Sigel Elem. Comm. Ed. Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2050 Allen Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-0010
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 771-0010
Gr: PK-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1920 7th Street
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Saint Louis, MO 63104
(314) 231-2337
Gr: PK-4 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 63104, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 63104, MO include Lafayette Preparatory Academy, Dewey School-internat'l. Studies and Shenandoah Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63104?
7 public preschools are located in 63104.
What is the racial composition of students in 63104?
63104 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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