Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Aspire Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 4%
- Reading Proficiency: 12%
- Science Proficiency: ≤5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Aspire Academy's student population of 121 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Aspire Academy is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)12%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
99%
15%
White
1%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Aspire Academy often compared to?
Aspire Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Wisdom Academy, City Garden Montessori Ecec by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Aspire Academy?
121 students attend Aspire Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Aspire Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Academy?
Aspire Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Aspire Academy offer ?
Aspire Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Aspire Academy part of?
Aspire Academy is part of Confluence Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Academy located?
Aspire Academy is located in the Walnut Park East neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Walnut Park East.
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