Serving 393 students in grades 9-12, Confluence Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Confluence Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Confluence Preparatory Academy's student population of 393 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Confluence Preparatory Academy is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
92%
15%
White
2%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Confluence Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Confluence Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cole Elementary School, Kipp Inspire Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Confluence Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Confluence Preparatory Academy is 70-74%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Confluence Preparatory Academy?
393 students attend Confluence Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Confluence Preparatory Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Confluence Preparatory Academy?
Confluence Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Confluence Preparatory Academy offer ?
Confluence Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Confluence Preparatory Academy part of?
Confluence Preparatory Academy is part of Confluence Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Confluence Preparatory Academy located?
Confluence Preparatory Academy is located in the Downtown West neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown West.
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