Below Average
#1847 of 2,221 schools in MO
Lift for Life Academy Elem.
Elementary School · LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY
1920 7TH STREET, St. Louis, MO 63104
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,847 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#130 of 193
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY
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About Lift for Life Academy Elem.
Lift for Life Academy Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY. Lift for Life Academy Elem. serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
Lift for Life Academy Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,847 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Lift for Life Academy Elem. show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Lift for Life Academy Elem. 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.
37% of students at Lift for Life Academy Elem. 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 Elem. — Students at Lift for Life Academy Elem. score 2% 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 6 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: 5.7/10.
How Lift for Life Academy Elem. Compares
See how Lift for Life Academy Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1920 7TH STREET, St. Louis, MO 63104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lift for Life Academy Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SOULARD SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCH St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| THE SOULARD SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HODGEN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Kairos High St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MONROE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BARTLEY ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.6 |
| CHRIST COMM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Webster Groves, MO | 4.6 |
| INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.6 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.6 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fenton, MO | 4.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson, MO | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lift for Life Academy Elem.
What grades does Lift for Life Academy Elem. serve?
Lift for Life Academy Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Lift for Life Academy Elem.?
Lift for Life Academy Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lift for Life Academy Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Lift for Life Academy Elem. is 13.4:1. 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 Elem. rank in MO?
Lift for Life Academy Elem. ranks #1,847 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lift for Life Academy Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Lift for Life Academy Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lift for Life Academy Elem. has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Lift for Life Academy Elem. a charter school?
Yes, Lift for Life Academy Elem. 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 Elem. a Title I school?
No, Lift for Life Academy Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lift for Life Academy Elem.?
100.0% of students at Lift for Life Academy Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 201
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- 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
- #3 of 3
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