Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Lift For Life Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lift For Life Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lift For Life Academy High School's student population of 383 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Lift For Life Academy High 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 High 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
#1127 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
15%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
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 Lift For Life Academy High School's ranking?
Lift For Life Academy High School is ranked #1127 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lift For Life Academy High School often compared to?
Lift For Life Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp St. Louis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lift For Life Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Lift For Life Academy High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lift For Life Academy High School?
383 students attend Lift For Life Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lift For Life Academy High School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lift For Life Academy High School?
Lift For Life Academy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lift For Life Academy High School offer ?
Lift For Life Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lift For Life Academy High School part of?
Lift For Life Academy High School is part of Lift For Life Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lift For Life Academy High School located?
Lift For Life Academy High School is located in the Kosciusko neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Kosciusko.
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