Serving 270 students in grades 5-8, Lift For Life 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 10% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lift For Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lift For Life Academy's student population of 270 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lift For Life Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lift For Life Academy is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1991 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
98%
15%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
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 is Lift For Life Academy's ranking?
Lift For Life Academy is ranked #1991 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lift For Life Academy often compared to?
Lift For Life Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Compton-drew Ilc Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lift For Life Academy?
270 students attend Lift For Life Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lift For Life Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lift For Life Academy?
Lift For Life Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lift For Life Academy offer ?
Lift For Life Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lift For Life Academy part of?
Lift For Life Academy is part of Lift For Life Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lift For Life Academy located?
Lift For Life Academy is located in the Kosciusko neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Kosciusko.
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