Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, Central Visual/perf. Arts High School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School's student population of 389 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1877 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
74%
15%
White
15%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Visual/perf. Arts High School's ranking?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is ranked #1877 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School?
The graduation rate of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central Visual/perf. Arts High School?
389 students attend Central Visual/perf. Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Visual/perf. Arts High School offer ?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Visual/perf. Arts High School part of?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is part of St. Louis City School District.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2009
The music program is second to none. As a former student, the information that I obtained at Vap has taken me through my adult life. I was able to take that foundation into college where I majored in music and now I am still a vocalist and have done several productions professionally to boot. Vap groomed my talent and I am forever grateful. Thanks Ms. Ellis!!!!
5 10/20/2008
Teachers are very dedicated and the cirriculum is great if you have a talented student.
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