Below Average
#1725 of 2,221 schools in MO
Premier Charter School
Elementary School · PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL
5279 FYLER AVENUE, St. Louis, MO 63139
Enrollment
904
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
904
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,725 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#112 of 193
public schools
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Premier Charter School
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About Premier Charter School
Premier Charter School is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL. Premier Charter School serves approximately 904 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Premier Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,725 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Premier Charter School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Premier Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Premier Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
31% of students at Premier Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Premier Charter School — Students at Premier Charter School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 51 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Premier Charter School Compares
See how Premier Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5279 FYLER AVENUE, St. Louis, MO 63139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Premier Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUDER ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MASON ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BUDER ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| SOUTH CITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER St. Louis | 0.8 mi | — |
| MASON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| OAK HILL ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MANN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,749
Median Home Value
$199,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
21,811
College Educated
49.4%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie, MO | 4.9 |
| JOURNEY ELEMENTARY Wentzville, MO | 4.9 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY Jackson, MO | 5.0 |
| WHITEMAN A.F.B. ELEM. Whiteman Afb, MO | 5.0 |
| BOSWELL ELEM. Lebanon, MO | 4.8 |
| BUCHANAN ELEMENTARY Branson, MO | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Premier Charter School
What grades does Premier Charter School serve?
Premier Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Premier Charter School?
Premier Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 904 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Premier Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Premier Charter School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Premier Charter School rank in MO?
Premier Charter School ranks #1,725 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Premier Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Premier Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Premier Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Premier Charter School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Premier Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Premier Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Premier Charter School a Title I school?
No, Premier Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Premier Charter School?
42.1% of students at Premier Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 904
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (314) 645-9600
Resources & Links
District
PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 904
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,576
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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