St. Louis Magnet Schools
More than 20 exciting schools from which to choose and all are FREE.
At the St. Louis Magnet Schools, your child will be challenged to learn, grow
and discover new opportunities. Whether exploring complex scientific
formulas or mastering a foreign language, your child will enjoy a one-of-a-kind
learning environment. Choose the school that is right for your child.
Experience the excitement of the St. Louis Magnet Schools in person. Individual tours may also be arranged by calling each school directly.
For more information call, 314.721.8422, ext. 3015
Eligibility Requirements:
Any student who lives in St. Louis City and non-African American students who
live in predominately white school districts in St. Louis County are eligible to
attend St. Louis Magnet Schools. Families living in the
Ferguson-Florissant, Hazelwood, Jennings, Maplewood-Richmond Heights, Normandy,
Riverview Gardens, University City or Wellston school districts are not eligible
to participate. Kindergarten students entering school for the first time
must be age 5 before August 1, 2009. St. Louis County students are not
eligible for magnet preschool programs.
Early Childhood Education
Nationally acclaimed all-day programs at our Early Childhood Centers nurture the inquisitive nature of young children and provide a strong background for future academic success.
County students in kindergarten through second grade are offered a process-oriented approach to learning, based upon the Project Construct curricula.
Early Childhood Center/Stix (K-2)
647 Tower Grove Ave., 63110 (314) 533-0874
Early Childhood Center/Wilkinson (K-2)
1921 Prather Ave., 63139 (314) 645-1202
General Academics
Your child will flourish in our general academic programs where unique teaching methods address children's individual learning styles.
Academies of Basic Instruction (K-5)
Lyon @ Blow- 516 Loughborough Ave., 63111 (314) 353-1353
Mallinckrodt - 6020 Pernod Ave., 63139 (314) 352-9212
Washington Montessori (K-5)
1130 N. Euclid Ave., 63113 (314) 361-0432
Academic and Athletic Academy/Busch (6-8)
5910 Clifton Ave., 63109 (314) 352-1043
Metro Academic and Classical High School (9-12)
4015 McPherson Ave., 63108 (314) 534-3894 Application
deadline - November 14, 2008 for the 2009-2010 school year.
Gifted Education
Gifted children thrive in an environment that stimulates creative and analytical thinking -- and that is what you'll find at the Kennard ad McKinley Classical Junior Academies. The only full-time gifted public schools in the metropolitan area, they encourage children to investigate, experiment and work independently.
Students are required to meet state-approved entrance criteria to qualify for any gifted program in the district. However, meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee space availability. Application deadline - November 14, 2008 for the 2009-2010 school year.
Classical Junior Academy/Kennard (K-5)
5031 Potomac St., 63139 (314) 353-8875
Classical Junior Academy/McKinley (6-10)
2156 Russell Blvd., 63104 (314) 773-0027
International Studies
Cultural awareness and ethnic histories are celebrated at our international studies schools where students and staff represent over 30 countries and students are exposed to a challenging global curriculum complemented by a comprehensive academic program including daily language instruction, including French, German, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese.
International Studies Elementary/Dewey (K-5)
6746 Clayton Ave., 63139 (314) 645-4845
International Studies Middle School/Bunche (6-8)
1118 S. 7th St., 63104 (314) 588-8750
International Studies High School/Soldan (9-12)
918 N. Union Blvd., 63108 (314) 367-9222 Application deadline - November 14,
2008 for the 2009-2010 school year.
Math-Science-Technology
A whole new world of discoveries, technological advancements and vast scientific knowledge await your child at the math-science and technology magnet schools. Collaborations with respected local scientific institutions such as the Missouri Botanical Garden and the St. Louis Science Center assure cutting edge curriculum.
Gateway Elementary School (K-5)
#4 Gateway Dr., 63106 (314) 241-8255
Mullanphy/Botanical Garden Investigative Learning Center (K-5)
4221 Shaw Ave., 63110 (314) 772-0994
Compton-Drew Investigative Learning Center Middle (6-8)
5130 Oakland Ave., 63110 (314) 652-9282
Gateway Math & Science Prep (6-8)
1200 N. Jefferson Ave., 63106 (314) 241-2295
Gateway Institute of Technology (9-12)
5101 McRee Ave., 63110 (314) 776-3300 Application deadline - November 14,
2008 for the 2009-2010 school year.
Military
Character development, service and leadership training are qualities that best describe our military academies. Cadets learn the value of self-discipline and responsibility.
Student standards must be met to remain in these programs. Students must also meet weight and uniform-fit requirements for entry. Uniforms for Cleveland NJROTC cadets are provided by the U.S. Navy. The school sets the maximum physical and uniform sized based on naval standards.
Cleveland Naval Junior ROTC Academy (9-12)
1212 North 22nd St., 63106 (314) 231-1443 - Application deadline - November
14, 2008 for the 2009-2010 school year.
Air Force Junior ROTC (9-12) an elective at:
Gateway Institute of Technology
5101 McRee Ave., 63110 (314) 776-3300 - Application deadline -
November 14, 2008 for the 2000-2010 school year.
International Studies/Soldan
918 N. Union Blvd., 63108 (314) 367-9222 - Application deadline -
November 14, 2008 for the 2009-2010 school year.
Visual and Performing Arts
Students can explore their creativity while developing talents in the visual arts, theatre, dance and vocal or instrumental music at any of the four visual and performing arts magnet schools.
Artistic and school standards must be met for entrance and continued enrollment in these schools.
Visual and Performing Arts Center/Shaw (K-5)
5329 Columbia Ave., 63139 (314) 776-5091
Visual and Performing Arts Center/Ames (K-5)
2900 Hadley St., 63107 (314) 241-7165
Visual and Performing Arts Middle School/Carr Lane (6-8)
1004 N. Jefferson Ave., 63106 (314) 231-0413
Visual and Performing Arts High School/Central @ Southwest (9-12)
3125 S. Kingshighway., 63139 (314) 771-2772 - Application deadline -
November 14, 2008 for the 2009-2010 school year.
Computer Animation
Combining the hottest computer animation technology with creative and imaginative learning is the cornerstone of the Multimedia Electronic Graphic Arts (MEGA) Magnet School.
Students in grade K-5 study traditional subjects such as math, science and language arts in combination with computer skills such as keyboarding, three-dimensional drawing and special effects. This instructional approach lays the foundation for successful careers in computer-generated graphic design, web site development and software design. Students will work in specially designed computer animation labs, have controlled access to the enormous wealth of learning resources available through the Internet and video conference with classrooms.
Simmons MEGA Magnet Elementary School (K-5)
4318 St. Louis Ave., 63115 (314) 535-5844
Applications are being accepted for fall, 2009, placement. The deadline to submit an application is December 31, 2008 unless otherwise noted. The placement lottery will be held January 20, 2009. Magnet school placement notices will be mailed out February 13, 2009.
For more information, call
(314) 721-8422 ext. 3015, if you live in the county.
(314) 633-5213, if you live in the city.
Magnet School Handbook for St. Louis County Residents
The Board of Education of the City of St. Louis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, veteran status, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation or disability in employment programs or activities. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VII, Title IX, ADE A, Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act, The Missouri Human Rights Act, or ADA should be directed to the Human Resource Officer, 801 N. 11th Street, St. Louis, MO 63101.