Derrick Thomas Junior Academy serves 206 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25-29% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25-29% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)25-29%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)25-29%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
82%
15%
White
3%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Derrick Thomas Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% MO state average).
How many students attend Derrick Thomas Junior Academy?
206 students attend Derrick Thomas Junior Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Derrick Thomas Junior Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derrick Thomas Junior Academy?
Derrick Thomas Junior Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Derrick Thomas Junior Academy offer ?
Derrick Thomas Junior Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Derrick Thomas Junior Academy part of?
Derrick Thomas Junior Academy is part of Derrick Thomas Academy School District.
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