The top reported proficiency rate is 3% in English language arts. The lowest is 2% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Acad of Entre Stdy@louverture
Academy of Entrepreneurship Studies at Louverture is a regular public middle school in St. Louis, serving grades six through eight. It sits within the St. Louis City school district, a system that operates schools across the city. St. Louis itself is an independent city with a diverse economy anchored in service, manufacturing, trade, transportation, and aviation. Major employers include the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, and Barnes-Jewish Hospital, and research universities such as Washington University and Saint Louis University are central to the area. The city is home to well-known cultural institutions like the Gateway Arch, Forest Park, and the Saint Louis Zoo. Its population has shifted over time, and the city maintains a distinct urban character with a mix of residential neighborhoods and commercial districts.
The school’s student body is small for a middle school, and every student qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting a high level of economic need across the entire enrollment. The student population is diverse: the largest share of students is Black, followed by a substantial Hispanic group, a smaller White cohort, and some Asian students. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available in the records reviewed, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about the support programs in place for special populations and language learners.
Academic performance on Missouri’s state assessments is very low. In math, proficiency rates across grades six through eight were in the single digits, and in English language arts, proficiency was similarly low, with only a modest share of seventh graders reaching the proficient level. Science results for eighth grade were suppressed and not reported. The school’s overall proficiency index, which averages results across tested subjects and grades, falls in the bottom quartile relative to districts within St. Louis city. This is a consistent picture across all tested grade levels and subjects. No graduation rate is reported, as the school does not serve high school grades. Chronic absenteeism data was also not available, though that is a metric many families consider.
The school’s focus on entrepreneurship is reflected in its name, but specific program offerings were not detailed in the available information. The curriculum and elective options, including any career-oriented or dual-credit pathways, are not described here, so families interested in the school’s approach to entrepreneurship education should seek that information from the school itself. The district does not appear to have undergone major parent-relevant changes recently, based on what was publicly reported.
Housing in the area around the school shows moderate home values and rents that are somewhat below national benchmarks, making it a relatively affordable part of the city for families. The typical rent in the zip code is close to what a household earning the national median income might expect to pay, and home prices are modest compared to national averages.
Given the very low proficiency results and the fact that the entire student body qualifies for free meals, this is a school where academic challenges are significant. A parent considering this school would want to investigate what academic interventions, tutoring, and enrichment opportunities are available, and how the school supports students who are behind grade level. The entrepreneurship focus may be a draw for families seeking a themed middle school experience, but the test-score data suggests that foundational skills in math and reading are areas of concern.
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