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Kipp Victory Academy
Elementary School · KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
955 ARCADE AVENUE, St. Louis, MO 63118
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,159 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#180 of 193
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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About Kipp Victory Academy
Kipp Victory Academy is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Kipp Victory Academy serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
Kipp Victory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,159 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Kipp Victory Academy show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Kipp Victory 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.
52% of students at Kipp Victory 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 Victory Academy — Students at Kipp Victory Academy score 10% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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: 3.0/10.
How Kipp Victory Academy Compares
See how Kipp Victory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
955 ARCADE AVENUE, St. Louis, MO 63118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Victory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FORSYTH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ROCH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP TRIUMPH ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| HW KIA St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| LACLEDE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ST ROCH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MET DAY TREATMENT CENTER Wellston | 1.1 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON MONTESSORI St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| NORMANDY HIGH St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| THE BIOME St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| JULIA GOLDSTEIN EARLY CHILD. University City | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| THE ST MICHAEL SCHOOL OF CLAYTON St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| North Side Community School St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PERSHING ELEM. University City | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,268
Median Home Value
$210,900
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
25,645
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
| HIGHLANDVILLE ELEM. Highlandville, MO | 3.3 |
| SALEM UPPER ELEM. Salem, MO | 3.3 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 3.2 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEM. Dittmer, MO | 3.2 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield, MO | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Victory Academy
What grades does Kipp Victory Academy serve?
Kipp Victory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Kipp Victory Academy?
Kipp Victory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Victory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Victory Academy is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Victory Academy rank in MO?
Kipp Victory Academy ranks #2,159 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kipp Victory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Victory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Victory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Victory Academy has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Kipp Victory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Victory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Victory Academy a Title I school?
No, Kipp Victory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Victory Academy?
100.0% of students at Kipp Victory 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.9%
- Phone
- (314) 454-9255
Resources & Links
District
KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 2,368
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,626
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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