Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lafayette Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lafayette Preparatory Academy's student population of 394 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Preparatory Academy is 0.62, which is more 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
#340 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
36%
15%
White
50%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy is ranked #340 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lafayette Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Lafayette Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like City Garden Montessori Ecec, Gateway Science Acad-south Ele by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Preparatory Academy?
394 students attend Lafayette Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lafayette Preparatory Academy students are White, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette Preparatory Academy?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafayette Preparatory Academy offer ?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lafayette Preparatory Academy part of?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy is part of Lafayette Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lafayette Preparatory Academy located?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy is located in the Lafayette Square neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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