Serving 940 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Premier Charter 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 18% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Premier Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Premier Charter School's student population of 940 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
940 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Premier Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Premier Charter School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1744 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
25%
15%
White
43%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Premier Charter School's ranking?
Premier Charter School is ranked #1744 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Premier Charter School often compared to?
Premier Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Premier Charter School?
940 students attend Premier Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Premier Charter School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Premier Charter School?
Premier Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Premier Charter School offer ?
Premier Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Premier Charter School part of?
Premier Charter School is part of Premier Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Premier Charter School located?
Premier Charter School is located in the Northampton neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Northampton.
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