Serving 345 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 11:1 is lower 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 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lift For Life Academy High School's student population of 345 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5
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 0.51. 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
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
98%
15%
White
1%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
345 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 11:1, which is lower 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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