Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School's student population of 474 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
21%
15%
White
50%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School's ranking?
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School often compared to?
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elementary School, Academie Lafayette Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School?
474 students attend Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School?
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School offer ?
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School part of?
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School is part of Academie Lafayette School District.
In what neighborhood is Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School located?
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School is located in the North Hyde Park neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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