Serving 421 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Inspire Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Inspire Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Inspire Academy's student population of 421 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Inspire Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Inspire Academy is 0.12, which is less 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
#1968 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
94%
15%
White
1%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
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 Kipp Inspire Academy's ranking?
Kipp Inspire Academy is ranked #1968 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kipp Inspire Academy often compared to?
Kipp Inspire Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cole Elementary School, Confluence Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kipp Inspire Academy?
421 students attend Kipp Inspire Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kipp Inspire Academy students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Inspire Academy?
Kipp Inspire Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kipp Inspire Academy offer ?
Kipp Inspire Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Inspire Academy part of?
Kipp Inspire Academy is part of KIPP St Louis School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Inspire Academy located?
Kipp Inspire Academy is located in the Carr Square neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 5 other public schools located in Carr Square.
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