Serving 206 students in grades 9-12, Delasalle Charter High 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% (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 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delasalle Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Delasalle Charter High School's student population of 206 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
Pursue Extraordinary
School Rankings
Delasalle Charter High School 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 Delasalle Charter High School is 0.15, 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
#1922 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
92%
15%
White
3%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
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 Delasalle Charter High School's ranking?
Delasalle Charter High School is ranked #1922 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Delasalle Charter High School often compared to?
Delasalle Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Dale M Thompson/trails West S by visitors of our site.
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 Delasalle Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Delasalle Charter High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Delasalle Charter High School?
206 students attend Delasalle Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Delasalle Charter High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delasalle Charter High School?
Delasalle Charter High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Delasalle Charter High School offer ?
Delasalle Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delasalle Charter High School part of?
Delasalle Charter High School is part of Delasalle Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Delasalle Charter High School located?
Delasalle Charter High School is located in the Midtown Westport neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Midtown Westport.
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