Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lift For Life Academy Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School's student population of 222 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Lift For Life Academy Elementary 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 Lift For Life Academy Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2056 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Black
98%
15%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Gold
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lift For Life Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School is ranked #2056 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lift For Life Academy Elementary School?
222 students attend Lift For Life Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lift For Life Academy Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lift For Life Academy Elementary School?
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lift For Life Academy Elementary School offer ?
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lift For Life Academy Elementary School part of?
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School is part of Lift For Life Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lift For Life Academy Elementary School located?
Lift For Life Academy Elementary School is located in the Kosciusko neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Kosciusko.
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