Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lafayette Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lafayette Preparatory Academy's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Lafayette Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Preparatory Academy is 0.61, which is more 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
#190 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
35%
15%
White
52%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Lafayette Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy is ranked #190 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lafayette Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Lafayette Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like City Garden Montessori Ecec, Premier Charter School, Gateway Science Acad-south Ele by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Preparatory Academy?
406 students attend Lafayette Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lafayette Preparatory Academy students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette Preparatory Academy?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lafayette Preparatory Academy offer ?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette Preparatory Academy part of?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy is part of Lafayette Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lafayette Preparatory Academy located?
Lafayette Preparatory Academy is located in the Lafayette Square neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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