Serving 54 students in grades 12, Carnahan Sch. Of The Future 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% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MO)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carnahan Sch. Of The Future ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carnahan Sch. Of The Future's student population of 54 students has declined by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carnahan Sch. Of The Future is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
96%
15%
White
2%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 Carnahan Sch. Of The Future?
The graduation rate of Carnahan Sch. Of The Future is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carnahan Sch. Of The Future?
54 students attend Carnahan Sch. Of The Future.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carnahan Sch. Of The Future students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carnahan Sch. Of The Future?
Carnahan Sch. Of The Future has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carnahan Sch. Of The Future offer ?
Carnahan Sch. Of The Future offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carnahan Sch. Of The Future part of?
Carnahan Sch. Of The Future is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Carnahan Sch. Of The Future located?
Carnahan Sch. Of The Future is located in the Dutchtown neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Dutchtown.
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