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#1640 of 2,221 schools in MO

Nahed Chapman New American Aca

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

1547 So Theresa, St. Louis, MO 63104

Enrollment

263

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,640 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#104 of 193

public schools

In district

#31 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Nahed Chapman New American Aca

5.2/10

Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Nahed Chapman New American Aca

Nahed Chapman New American Aca is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.

Nahed Chapman New American Aca serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Nahed Chapman New American Aca has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,640 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Nahed Chapman New American Aca show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Nahed Chapman New American Aca 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.

59% of students at Nahed Chapman New American Aca 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,979
Chronic Absenteeism58.6%

Nahed Chapman New American Aca — Students at Nahed Chapman New American Aca score 4% proficient, which is below 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 2.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 3.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
5%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Nahed Chapman New American Aca Compares

See how Nahed Chapman New American Aca performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
26th percentile in MO
Academic
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.6%

Location

1547 So Theresa, St. Louis, MO 63104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nahed Chapman New American Aca may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 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
SHENANDOAH ELEM. St. Louis 0.7 mi 5.2
ACAD OF ENTRE STDY@LOUVERTURE St. Louis 0.6 mi 5.4
ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis 0.6 mi 6.2
HODGEN ELEM. St. Louis 0.7 mi 5.1
MO School for the Blind - HS St. Louis 0.8 mi 4.4
MO School for the Blind - ELEM St. Louis 0.8 mi
MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GROVE EAST St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.4
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis 0.9 mi 5.7
MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis 1.0 mi 5.8
MOMENTUM FOX PARK St. Louis 1.1 mi 4.4
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis 1.0 mi 6.2
ROOSEVELT HIGH St. Louis 1.3 mi 3.7
GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi
SIGEL ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.6
MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. St. Louis 1.1 mi 8.4
ADAMS ELEM. St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.2
NORTH SIDE COMMUNITY-GRAND CTR St. Louis 1.4 mi
TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis 1.3 mi 7.8
MAP ST. LOUIS St. Louis 1.5 mi 6.9
STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis 1.3 mi 6.1

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
BOYD ELEM. Springfield, MO 5.2
ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO 5.2
EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO 5.2
EXETER ELEM. Exeter, MO 5.2
GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood, MO 5.2
HAZEL GROVE ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nahed Chapman New American Aca

What grades does Nahed Chapman New American Aca serve?

Nahed Chapman New American Aca serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Nahed Chapman New American Aca?

Nahed Chapman New American Aca has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nahed Chapman New American Aca?

The student-teacher ratio at Nahed Chapman New American Aca is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nahed Chapman New American Aca rank in MO?

Nahed Chapman New American Aca ranks #1,640 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Nahed Chapman New American Aca's MySchoolScout rating?

Nahed Chapman New American Aca has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Nahed Chapman New American Aca?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nahed Chapman New American Aca has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Nahed Chapman New American Aca a charter school?

No, Nahed Chapman New American Aca is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nahed Chapman New American Aca a Title I school?

No, Nahed Chapman New American Aca is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nahed Chapman New American Aca?

100.0% of students at Nahed Chapman New American Aca 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
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.6%

District

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

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