For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 815 students in 63125, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63125, MO are Hancock Place Middle School and Margaret Buerkle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 63125 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 63125, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63125, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hancock Place Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
243 W Ripa Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63125
(314) 544-1300
Saint Louis, MO 63125
(314) 544-1300
Gr: 6-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Margaret Buerkle Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
623 Buckley Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
(314) 467-6800
Saint Louis, MO 63125
(314) 467-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 63125, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63125, MO include Hancock Place Middle School and Margaret Buerkle Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 63125?
2 public middle schools are located in 63125.
What is the racial composition of students in 63125?
63125 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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