For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,078 students in 63106, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 63106, MO are Elias Michael Elementary School, Gateway Elementary School and George Washington Carver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63106 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63106, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63106, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elias Michael Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2 Gateway Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-0993
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-0993
Gr: PK-8 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Gateway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4 Gateway Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-8255
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 241-8255
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
George Washington Carver Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3325 Bell
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 932-1464
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 932-1464
Gr: PK-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Hogan St
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-2459
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-2459
Gr: PK-5 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #55.
Columbia Elem. Comm. Ed. Center
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3120 St Louis Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-2750
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 533-2750
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #66.
Henry Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 N Tenth St
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-7284
Saint Louis, MO 63106
(314) 231-7284
Gr: PK-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 63106, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 63106, MO include Elias Michael Elementary School, Gateway Elementary School and George Washington Carver Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63106?
6 public preschools are located in 63106.
What is the racial composition of students in 63106?
63106 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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