Serving 129 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The Soulard 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Soulard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Soulard School's student population of 129 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Soulard School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Soulard School is 0.48, which is less 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
#1110 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
70%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Soulard School's ranking?
The Soulard School is ranked #1110 out of 2,084 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend The Soulard School?
129 students attend The Soulard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of The Soulard School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Soulard School?
The Soulard School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Soulard School offer ?
The Soulard School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is The Soulard School part of?
The Soulard School is part of The Soulard School District.
In what neighborhood is The Soulard School located?
The Soulard School is located in the Soulard neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Soulard.
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