Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Compton-drew Ilc 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 7% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Compton-drew Ilc Middle School's student population of 419 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
You Can Go Anywhere From Here!
School Rankings
Compton-drew Ilc 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 Compton-drew Ilc Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2030 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
88%
15%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Compton-drew Ilc Middle School's ranking?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle School is ranked #2030 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Compton-drew Ilc Middle School often compared to?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Science Academy 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Compton-drew Ilc Middle School?
419 students attend Compton-drew Ilc Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Compton-drew Ilc Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Compton-drew Ilc Middle School?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Compton-drew Ilc Middle School offer ?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Compton-drew Ilc Middle School part of?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Compton-drew Ilc Middle School located?
Compton-drew Ilc Middle School is located in the Kings Oak neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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