Serving 273 students in grades 6-8, Academie Lafayette Armour Ims ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims's student population of 273 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academie Lafayette Armour Ims is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
64%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academie Lafayette Armour Ims's ranking?
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims is ranked #117 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Academie Lafayette Armour Ims often compared to?
Academie Lafayette Armour Imsis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln College Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Academie Lafayette Armour Ims?
273 students attend Academie Lafayette Armour Ims.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Academie Lafayette Armour Ims students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academie Lafayette Armour Ims?
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Academie Lafayette Armour Ims offer ?
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academie Lafayette Armour Ims part of?
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims is part of Academie Lafayette School District.
In what neighborhood is Academie Lafayette Armour Ims located?
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims is located in the Old Hyde Park neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 4 other public schools located in Old Hyde Park.
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