Boasting a population of 35,065 (2020 census), University City has become an influential inner-ring suburb of St. Louis in Missouri that is commonly referred to as U. City! University City offers a wealth of public green spaces, such as the sprawling 85-acre Heman Park which includes community and recreation centers, swimming pools, and more. There’s also Ruth Park with its golf course and nature trails. Educational amenities are in no short supply either; University City contains four elementary schools, one middle school, two Catholic grade schools plus one Jewish high school, and a single public high school – all falling under the separate management of The School District of University City compared to other districts nearby. It also contains quite a few notable landmarks and attractions, such as the esteemed 1.5-acre Centennial Commons and The Loop, with its numerous boutique stores, art galleries, restaurants, and more.