Serving 353 students in grades 9-12, Confluence Preparatory 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Confluence Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Confluence Preparatory Academy's student population of 353 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Confluence Preparatory Academy 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 Confluence Preparatory Academy is 0.24, 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
#2022 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
87%
15%
White
2%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Confluence Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Confluence Preparatory Academy is ranked #2022 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Confluence Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Confluence Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Inspire Academy, Cole Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Confluence Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Confluence Preparatory Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Confluence Preparatory Academy?
353 students attend Confluence Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Confluence Preparatory Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Confluence Preparatory Academy?
Confluence Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Confluence Preparatory Academy offer ?
Confluence Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Confluence Preparatory Academy part of?
Confluence Preparatory Academy is part of Confluence Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Confluence Preparatory Academy located?
Confluence Preparatory Academy 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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