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#2148 of 2,221 schools in MO
Kipp St. Louis High
High School · KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
706 N Jefferson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63103
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,148 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#177 of 193
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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About Kipp St. Louis High
Kipp St. Louis High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
Kipp St. Louis High serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp St.
Louis High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,148 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Kipp St. Louis High show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Kipp St. Louis High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kipp St. Louis High 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.
87% of students at Kipp St. Louis High 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 St. Louis High — Students at Kipp St. Louis High score 27% proficient, which is above 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 11 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.4/10.
How Kipp St. Louis High Compares
See how Kipp St. Louis High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
706 N Jefferson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp St. Louis High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 4.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILLER CAREER ACADEMY (rated 4.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| VASHON HIGH St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| HOGAN ST REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | — |
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| NORTH SIDE COMMUNITY-GRAND CTR St. Louis | 1.0 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACAD MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SUMNER HIGH St. Louis, MO | 3.5 |
| WRIGHT CITY HIGH Wright City, MO | 3.3 |
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH Mount Vernon, MO | 3.2 |
| SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 3.6 |
| LEXINGTON HIGH Lexington, MO | 3.7 |
| RICHMOND HIGH Richmond, MO | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp St. Louis High
What grades does Kipp St. Louis High serve?
Kipp St. Louis High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Kipp St. Louis High?
Kipp St. Louis High has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp St. Louis High?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp St. Louis High is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp St. Louis High rank in MO?
Kipp St. Louis High ranks #2,148 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kipp St. Louis High's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp St. Louis High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 St. Louis High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp St. Louis High has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Kipp St. Louis High a charter school?
Yes, Kipp St. Louis High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp St. Louis High a Title I school?
No, Kipp St. Louis High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp St. Louis High?
100.0% of students at Kipp St. Louis High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.6%
- Phone
- (314) 241-1030
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 2,368
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,626
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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