Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Wisdom 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 9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Wisdom Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Wisdom Academy's student population of 429 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 115% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Wisdom 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 Wisdom Academy is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1989 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
95%
15%
White
1%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Wisdom Academy's ranking?
Kipp Wisdom Academy is ranked #1989 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kipp Wisdom Academy often compared to?
Kipp Wisdom Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Momentum Fox Park, Aspire Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kipp Wisdom Academy?
429 students attend Kipp Wisdom Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kipp Wisdom Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Wisdom Academy?
Kipp Wisdom Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kipp Wisdom Academy offer ?
Kipp Wisdom Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kipp Wisdom Academy part of?
Kipp Wisdom Academy is part of KIPP St Louis School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Wisdom Academy located?
Kipp Wisdom Academy is located in the Fox Park neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Fox Park.
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