Serving 404 students in grades 6-8, Carr Lane Vpa Middle 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 2% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School's student population of 404 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our City. Our Schools. Our Future.
School Rankings
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carr Lane Vpa Middle School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2073 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
95%
15%
White
4%
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)
2%
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 Carr Lane Vpa Middle School's ranking?
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School is ranked #2073 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Carr Lane Vpa Middle School often compared to?
Carr Lane Vpa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Middle School, Busch Middle School Character Athletics by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Carr Lane Vpa Middle School?
404 students attend Carr Lane Vpa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Carr Lane Vpa Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carr Lane Vpa Middle School?
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carr Lane Vpa Middle School offer ?
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carr Lane Vpa Middle School part of?
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Carr Lane Vpa Middle School located?
Carr Lane Vpa Middle School is located in the Downtown West neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown West.
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