Average
#1450 of 2,221 schools in MO
Kipp Inspire Academy
Middle School · KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
1212 N 22nd St, St. Louis, MO 63106
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,450 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#88 of 193
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Kipp Inspire Academy
Kipp Inspire Academy is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Kipp Inspire Academy serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Kipp Inspire Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,450 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Kipp Inspire Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kipp Inspire Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Kipp Inspire Academy 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.
36% of students at Kipp Inspire Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kipp Inspire Academy — Students at Kipp Inspire Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How Kipp Inspire Academy Compares
See how Kipp Inspire Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1212 N 22nd St, St. Louis, MO 63106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Inspire Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE (rated 4.8/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GATEWAY MIDDLE (rated 3.8/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HOGAN ST REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. St. Louis | 0.6 mi | — |
| CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| VASHON HIGH St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| HENRY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| OLD NORTH ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| MUHAMMAD ISLAMIC ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | — |
| JANAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,475
Median Home Value
$186,700
Median Rent
$739/mo
Population
7,742
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
11.9%
Poverty Rate
41%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 5.6 |
| EAST MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 5.5 |
| HARRISONVILLE MIDDLE Harrisonville, MO | 5.5 |
| RIVERBEND SCH. Pacific, MO | 5.5 |
| TROJAN INTERMEDIATE Potosi, MO | 5.5 |
| RICHMOND MIDDLE Richmond, MO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Inspire Academy
What grades does Kipp Inspire Academy serve?
Kipp Inspire Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp Inspire Academy?
Kipp Inspire Academy has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Inspire Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Inspire Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Inspire Academy rank in MO?
Kipp Inspire Academy ranks #1,450 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kipp Inspire Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Inspire Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Kipp Inspire Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Inspire Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kipp Inspire Academy a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Inspire Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Inspire Academy a Title I school?
No, Kipp Inspire Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Inspire Academy?
100.0% of students at Kipp Inspire Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (314) 296-3502
Resources & Links
District
KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 2,368
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,626
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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