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#191 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 9% in state

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.

High School · ST. LOUIS CITY

2156 RUSSELL BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63104

Enrollment

580

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#191 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#13 of 193

public schools

In district

#3 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.

8.4/10

High School in St. Louis · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST.

LOUIS CITY. Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Class.

Leadership Ac. show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics10.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.3% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+26.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+43.4 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+55.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation12.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,979
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. — Students at Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
45.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 85.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 39 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
81%
2024
Math
74.2%
ELA
81.7%
2025
Math
75.6%
ELA
85.4%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. Compares

See how Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in MO
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
7
3 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.2% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
3 boys'·4 girls'·7 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2156 RUSSELL BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCH (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ROOSEVELT HIGH (rated 3.7/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis 0.0 mi 5.6
MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis 0.2 mi 4.4
LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis 0.4 mi 7.1
HODGEN ELEM. St. Louis 0.5 mi 5.1
THE SOULARD SCHOOL St. Louis 0.7 mi 8.9
KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis 0.8 mi 6.1
HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING St. Louis 0.9 mi 4.9
ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis 1.0 mi 5.4
PEABODY ELEM. St. Louis 0.9 mi 4.8
SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis 0.9 mi 5.2
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY ELEM. St. Louis 1.0 mi 4.6
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.0 mi 5.6
LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCH St. Louis 1.0 mi 5.8
NAHED CHAPMAN NEW AMERICAN ACA St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.2
ROOSEVELT HIGH St. Louis 1.2 mi 3.7
ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.9
Kairos High St. Louis 1.4 mi 7.0
KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis 1.4 mi 3.4
GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis 1.5 mi
MONROE ELEM. St. Louis 1.5 mi 4.5

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.

What grades does Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. serve?

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.?

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.?

The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. rank in MO?

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. ranks #191 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. a charter school?

No, Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. a Title I school?

No, Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac.?

100.0% of students at Mckinley Class. Leadership Ac. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#3 of 63

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