LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY school district, located in ST. LOUIS, MO with about 270 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY (LPA) is a tuition-free, independent public charter school located in the historic Lafayette Square neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is known for its commitment to diversity, academic rigor, and a holistic approach to education. Its mission focuses on cultivating a vibrant, inclusive community that empowers students to reach their full potential through personalized learning and strong partnerships between educators, families, and the local neighborhood.

The school places a heavy emphasis on building character and fostering a sense of civic responsibility, utilizing small class sizes to ensure that each student receives individualized attention. Academically, LPA employs a comprehensive curriculum designed to challenge students while supporting their social-emotional development. By integrating the unique cultural and historical resources of the St. Louis area into its educational model, LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY aims to prepare its students not only for success in high school and beyond but also to become engaged, compassionate citizens.

For more information, contact LAFAYETTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY at (314) 880-4458 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.