Serving 228 students in grades 5-8, Kairos Academies 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 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kairos Academies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kairos Academies's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Kairos Academies 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 Kairos Academies is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
72%
15%
White
12%
67%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kairos Academies's ranking?
Kairos Academies is ranked #1624 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kairos Academies?
228 students attend Kairos Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kairos Academies students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kairos Academies?
Kairos Academies has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kairos Academies offer ?
Kairos Academies offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kairos Academies part of?
Kairos Academies is part of Kairos Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Kairos Academies located?
Kairos Academies is located in the Marine Villa neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Marine Villa.
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