Average
#1524 of 2,221 schools in MO
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East
Elementary School · MOMENTUM ACADEMY
2900 S. GRAND BLVD., St. Louis, MO 63118
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,524 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#94 of 193
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
MOMENTUM ACADEMY
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Momentum Acad Tower Grove East
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Momentum Acad Tower Grove East
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of MOMENTUM ACADEMY. Momentum Acad Tower Grove East serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio.
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Momentum Acad Tower Grove East show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 154 students, Momentum Acad Tower Grove East is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East 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.
38% of students at Momentum Acad Tower Grove East 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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Momentum Acad Tower Grove East — Students at Momentum Acad Tower Grove East 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 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: 5.6/10.
How Momentum Acad Tower Grove East Compares
See how Momentum Acad Tower Grove East performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2900 S. GRAND BLVD., St. Louis, MO 63118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Momentum Acad Tower Grove East may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis | 0.3 mi | — |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MANN ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| NAHED CHAPMAN NEW AMERICAN ACA St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| FROEBEL ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| MOMENTUM ACAD GRAVOIS PARK St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| HODGEN ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Kairos High St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ADAIR CO. ELEM. Novinger, MO | 5.4 |
| BRONAUGH ELEM. Bronaugh, MO | 5.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eureka, MO | 5.4 |
| TWO MILE PRAIRIE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 5.4 |
| AVILLA ELEM. Avilla, MO | 5.5 |
| ELKHORN ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs, MO | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Momentum Acad Tower Grove East
What grades does Momentum Acad Tower Grove East serve?
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Momentum Acad Tower Grove East?
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Momentum Acad Tower Grove East?
The student-teacher ratio at Momentum Acad Tower Grove East is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Momentum Acad Tower Grove East rank in MO?
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East ranks #1,524 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Momentum Acad Tower Grove East's MySchoolScout rating?
Momentum Acad Tower Grove East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Momentum Acad Tower Grove East?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Momentum Acad Tower Grove East has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Momentum Acad Tower Grove East a charter school?
Yes, Momentum Acad Tower Grove East is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Momentum Acad Tower Grove East a Title I school?
No, Momentum Acad Tower Grove East is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Momentum Acad Tower Grove East?
100.0% of students at Momentum Acad Tower Grove East 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 154
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (314) 376-3480
Resources & Links
District
MOMENTUM ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 659
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,285
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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