Stix Early Childhood Center serves 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stix Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stix Early Childhood Center's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Stix Early Childhood Center is 0.40, 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)
(10-11)≤10%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)30-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
76%
15%
White
16%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% MO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% MO state average).
How many students attend Stix Early Childhood Center?
474 students attend Stix Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Stix Early Childhood Center students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stix Early Childhood Center?
Stix Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stix Early Childhood Center offer ?
Stix Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Stix Early Childhood Center part of?
Stix Early Childhood Center is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Stix Early Childhood Center located?
Stix Early Childhood Center is located in the Central West End neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 5 other public schools located in Central West End.
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