If you're moving to St. We analyzed 35+ St.
Elite Tier — School Rating 9–10
St. Louis has 4 neighborhoods that reach a school rating of 9 or 10 out of 10. These are the zones where public school performance is genuinely exceptional.
Clayton leads the St.
Strong Tier — School Rating 8
A school rating of 8/10 is well above the national average. St. Louis has 10 neighborhoods in this tier. These neighborhoods have highly rated public schools without the top-tier price.
Best Value — Strong Schools Under $350,000
Full St. Louis Neighborhood Rankings
| Neighborhood | Schools | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | 9/10 | $649,000 |
| Frontenac | 9/10 | $678,500 |
| Ladue | 9/10 | $767,000 |
| Chesterfield | 9/10 | $560,500 |
| Ballwin | 8/10 | $427,800 |
| Brentwood | 8/10 | $442,500 |
| Compton Heights | 8/10 | $457,200 |
| Glendale | 8/10 | $457,200 |
| Olivette | 8/10 | $457,200 |
| Lafayette Square | 8/10 | $472,000 |
| Webster Groves | 8/10 | $472,000 |
| Kirkwood | 8/10 | $501,500 |
| Central West End | 8/10 | $531,000 |
| Creve Coeur | 8/10 | $531,000 |
| The Hill | 7/10 | $354,000 |
| Benton Park | 7/10 | $368,800 |
| Maplewood | 7/10 | $368,800 |
| Shaw | 7/10 | $383,500 |
| Forest Park SE | 7/10 | $383,500 |
| Manchester | 7/10 | $398,200 |
| University City | 7/10 | $413,000 |
| Richmond Heights | 7/10 | $413,000 |
| Soulard | 7/10 | $442,500 |
| Dogtown | 7/10 | $354,000 |
| Tower Grove | 7/10 | $398,200 |
| Arnold | 6/10 | $295,000 |
| Midtown | 6/10 | $324,500 |
| Fenton | 6/10 | $324,500 |
| Hazelwood | 5/10 | $259,600 |
| Carondelet | 5/10 | $280,200 |
| Florissant | 5/10 | $280,200 |
| Ferguson | 4/10 | $236,000 |
| Old North St Louis | 4/10 | $212,400 |
| Hyde Park | 4/10 | $221,200 |
| Dutchtown | 4/10 | $236,000 |
Check crime data
We don’t grade neighborhoods on crime. Look up the streets you’re considering in St. Louis with the agency that patrols them:
- St. Louis City (SLMPD) (crime data page)
- FBI Crime Data Explorer (agency-level reports)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which St. Louis neighborhood has the best schools?
The top-rated neighborhood in the St.
Which St. Louis neighborhood has the best schools under $350,000?
Several St. Louis neighborhoods offer strong schools at accessible price points.
Is a 7/10 school rating good in St. Louis?
Yes — a 7/10 school rating in St. Louis is above average for the metro and well above the national average. The difference between a 7 and a 9 is real, but a 7 is not a bad school by any reasonable measure. Many buyers find 7-rated neighborhoods represent the best value in the market.
Find Your St. Louis Neighborhood Match
Answer 7 questions about your lifestyle, budget, and priorities — we'll score every St.
Start planning →