Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Side Community School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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-4
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Side Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Side Community School's student population of 299 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Side Community School 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 North Side Community School is 0.12, 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
#1521 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
94%
15%
White
3%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Side Community School's ranking?
North Side Community School is ranked #1521 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend North Side Community School?
299 students attend North Side Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Side Community School students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Side Community School?
North Side Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Side Community School offer ?
North Side Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is North Side Community School part of?
North Side Community School is part of North Side Community School District.
In what neighborhood is North Side Community School located?
North Side Community School is located in the Kingsway East neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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