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#1324 of 2,221 schools in MO

Atlas Elementary

Elementary School · ATLAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

400 S. 18th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103

Charter

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,324 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#75 of 193

public schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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5.9/10

Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Atlas Elementary

Atlas Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ATLAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Atlas Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Atlas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,324 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Atlas Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Atlas Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2024–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,161
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Atlas Elementary — Students at Atlas Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.5% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
48.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2024
Math
33.2%
ELA
37.1%
2025
Math
29.2%
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Atlas Elementary Compares

See how Atlas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in MO
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Location

400 S. 18th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atlas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis 0.4 mi 7.0
CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis 0.5 mi 4.4
KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis 0.6 mi 6.1
PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis 0.7 mi 4.8
KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis 0.7 mi 3.4
LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis 0.9 mi 7.1
CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis 1.0 mi 4.8
KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.0 mi 5.6
GATEWAY MIDDLE St. Louis 1.0 mi 3.8
JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 4.9
ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 3.3
GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 4.0
GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis 0.9 mi
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.6
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCH St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.8
HENRY ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 4.7
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY ELEM. St. Louis 1.3 mi 4.6
HODGEN ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 5.1
SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.6
MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. St. Louis 1.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,500

Median Home Value

$205,400

Median Rent

$978/mo

Population

8,927

College Educated

51%

Homeownership

17.1%

Poverty Rate

25.8%

Median Age

31.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atlas Elementary

What grades does Atlas Elementary serve?

Atlas Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Atlas Elementary?

Atlas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atlas Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Atlas Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Atlas Elementary rank in MO?

Atlas Elementary ranks #1,324 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Atlas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Atlas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Atlas Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Atlas Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

Is Atlas Elementary a charter school?

Yes, Atlas Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Atlas Elementary a Title I school?

No, Atlas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atlas Elementary?

100.0% of students at Atlas Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
67 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

ATLAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
307
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,161
District Rank
#1 of 1

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