Serving 305 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Triumph 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 10% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Triumph Academy's student population of 305 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Triumph 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 Kipp Triumph Academy is 0.08, 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
#1961 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
96%
15%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Triumph Academy's ranking?
Kipp Triumph Academy is ranked #1961 out of 2,076 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kipp Triumph Academy?
305 students attend Kipp Triumph Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kipp Triumph Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Triumph Academy?
Kipp Triumph Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kipp Triumph Academy offer ?
Kipp Triumph Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Triumph Academy part of?
Kipp Triumph Academy is part of KIPP St Louis School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Triumph Academy located?
Kipp Triumph Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in West End.
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