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Old North Academy

Elementary School · CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES

3017 NORTH 13TH STREET, St. Louis, MO 63107

Charter

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,277 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#72 of 193

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Old North Academy

6.0/10

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

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About Old North Academy

Old North Academy is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES. Old North Academy serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Old North Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,277 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Old North Academy show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Old North Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Old North 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.

53% of students at Old North 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.8% (2024 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2024 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,552
Chronic Absenteeism53.4%

Old North Academy — Students at Old North Academy score 24% 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

100.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.8% (2024 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 19.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 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
Math
24%
ELA
20%
2010
Math
26%
ELA
25%
2011
Math
28%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
8%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
8%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2024
Math
35.8%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Old North Academy Compares

See how Old North Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in MO
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.4%

Location

3017 NORTH 13TH STREET, St. Louis, MO 63107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Old North Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ATLAS ELEMENTARY (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS (rated 5.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
AMES VISUAL/PERF. ARTS St. Louis 0.1 mi 5.7
HOGAN ST REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. St. Louis 0.6 mi
JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis 1.0 mi 4.9
HENRY ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 4.7
KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.6
ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 3.3
GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis 1.2 mi 4.0
MUHAMMAD ISLAMIC ACADEMY St. Louis 1.1 mi
JANAN ACADEMY St. Louis 1.1 mi
GATEWAY MIDDLE St. Louis 1.2 mi 3.8
CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis 1.3 mi 4.8
COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis 1.2 mi 4.5
BRYAN HILL ELEM. St. Louis 1.4 mi 4.7
CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis 1.6 mi 4.4
KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis 1.5 mi 3.4
ST LOUIS LANG IMMERSION SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.0
VASHON HIGH St. Louis 1.4 mi 3.2
BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.5 mi 2.4
ATLAS ELEMENTARY St. Louis 2.0 mi 5.9
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM St. Louis 1.8 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,522

Median Home Value

$57,100

Median Rent

$839/mo

Population

9,082

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

43.1%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

21.5%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ATHENA ELEM. Desoto, MO 6.0
BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO 6.0
COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO 6.0
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO 6.0
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis, MO 6.0
GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Old North Academy

What grades does Old North Academy serve?

Old North Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Old North Academy?

Old North Academy has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Old North Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Old North Academy is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Old North Academy rank in MO?

Old North Academy ranks #1,277 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Old North Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Old North Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Old North Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Old North Academy has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Old North Academy a charter school?

Yes, Old North Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Old North Academy a Title I school?

No, Old North Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old North Academy?

100.2% of students at Old North 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.4%

District

CONFLUENCE ACADEMIES
District Enrollment
2,274
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,552
District Rank
#1 of 6

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