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#70 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 3% in state

Collegiate School of Med/bio

High School · ST. LOUIS CITY

4939 Kemper Ave., St. Louis, MO 63139

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#2 of 27

public schools

Missouri high schools

#10 of 532

In district

#3 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Collegiate School of Med/bio

Collegiate School of Med/bio is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of the ST. LOUIS CITY.

The school serves approximately 335 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 96.9th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 72% proficiency in math and 89% in reading/language arts.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (7.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,749, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

What's said publicly about Collegiate School of Med/bio

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The Collegiate School of Medicine and Bioscience is a magnet high school located in St. Louis, Missouri 1 . It operates as part of the St. Louis Public Schools district 1 . The school was established in 2013 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics10.0Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency87%
Overall Proficiency80%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected+57.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
College Readiness9.8Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation39.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,843

Collegiate School of Med/bio — Students at Collegiate School of Med/bio score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.7%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
87%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Collegiate School of Med/bio Compares

See how Collegiate School of Med/bio performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in MO
Academic
10.0/10
10.0/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
7.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers

Location

4939 Kemper Ave., St. Louis, MO 63139

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Collegiate School of Med/bio may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is GATEWAY HIGH (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH (rated 5.3/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH St. Louis 0.0 mi 5.3
SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis 0.2 mi 5.8
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis 0.4 mi 7.6
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE St. Louis 0.4 mi 8.2
PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL St. Louis 0.5 mi 5.5
BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis 0.6 mi 8.8
SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. St. Louis 0.6 mi 7.0
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis 0.8 mi 6.3
MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis 0.8 mi 7.7
TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis 0.8 mi 7.8
MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH St. Louis 1.0 mi 4.4
MANN ELEM. St. Louis 0.8 mi 6.2
OAK HILL ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 4.9
GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis 1.2 mi 5.7
BUDER ELEM. St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.6
MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis 1.2 mi 5.6
MASON ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 5.4
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis 1.4 mi 6.2
SOUTH CITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER St. Louis 1.3 mi
LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,749

Median Home Value

$199,400

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Population

21,811

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Collegiate School of Med/bio has a median household income of $74,749. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,400, with a median rent of $1,086/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Collegiate School of Med/bio

What grades does Collegiate School of Med/bio serve?

Collegiate School of Med/bio serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Collegiate School of Med/bio?

Collegiate School of Med/bio has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Collegiate School of Med/bio?

The student-teacher ratio at Collegiate School of Med/bio is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Collegiate School of Med/bio rank in MO?

Collegiate School of Med/bio is ranked #70 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Collegiate School of Med/bio's MySchoolScout rating?

Collegiate School of Med/bio has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Collegiate School of Med/bio?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Collegiate School of Med/bio has 72.0% math proficiency and 88.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Collegiate School of Med/bio a charter school?

No, Collegiate School of Med/bio is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Collegiate School of Med/bio a Title I school?

No, Collegiate School of Med/bio is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Collegiate School of Med/bio?

100.0% of students at Collegiate School of Med/bio 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable
City Safety
High (7,108/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#3 of 63

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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