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#1449 of 2,221 schools in MO
Lift for Life Academy
Middle School · LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY
1731 S BROADWAY, St. Louis, MO 63104
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,449 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#87 of 193
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY
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About Lift for Life Academy
Lift for Life Academy is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY. Lift for Life Academy serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
Lift for Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,449 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Lift for Life Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lift for Life 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.
Lift for Life 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.
47% of students at Lift for Life 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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Lift for Life Academy — Students at Lift for Life Academy score 20% 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 29 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: 6.5/10.
How Lift for Life Academy Compares
See how Lift for Life Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1731 S BROADWAY, St. Louis, MO 63104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lift for Life Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE (rated 5.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KAIROS ACADEMIES (rated 3.4/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCH St. Louis | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| THE SOULARD SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HODGEN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| HENRY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Kairos High St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,127
Median Home Value
$249,500
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
18,701
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOUSTON MIDDLE Houston, MO | 5.6 |
| EAST BUCHANAN MIDDLE Easton, MO | 5.5 |
| EAST MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 5.5 |
| RICHMOND MIDDLE Richmond, MO | 5.7 |
| ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis, MO | 5.4 |
| INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge, MO | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lift for Life Academy
What grades does Lift for Life Academy serve?
Lift for Life Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Lift for Life Academy?
Lift for Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lift for Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lift for Life Academy is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lift for Life Academy rank in MO?
Lift for Life Academy ranks #1,449 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lift for Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lift for Life 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 Lift for Life Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lift for Life Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lift for Life Academy a charter school?
Yes, Lift for Life Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Lift for Life Academy a Title I school?
No, Lift for Life Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lift for Life Academy?
100.0% of students at Lift for Life 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (314) 231-2337
Resources & Links
District
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 816
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,408
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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