KENNARD/CLASSICAL JR. ACAD.
KENNARD/CLASSICAL JR. ACAD. is a public elementary school that is part of the ST. LOUIS CITY school district, located in ST LOUIS, MO with about 337 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 23 teachers, KENNARD/CLASSICAL JR. ACAD. 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.
**Kennard Classical Junior Academy** is a prestigious magnet school located in the St. Louis Public School District, widely recognized for its rigorous academic standards and focus on a classical education curriculum. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade, the school is highly regarded for its selective admissions process and its commitment to fostering high-achieving learners. By emphasizing a traditional core curriculum—including Latin, logic, and comprehensive humanities—Kennard provides an environment designed to challenge gifted and academically talented students.
Beyond its academic intensity, Kennard is known for its strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school consistently ranks among the top-performing elementary schools in Missouri, earning numerous accolades for student achievement and standardized test scores. With its focus on developing critical thinking skills and a strong foundational knowledge base, Kennard Classical Junior Academy serves as a preparatory hub for students destined for advanced secondary programs, maintaining a reputation as one of the premier educational institutions in the St. Louis region.
For more information, contact KENNARD/CLASSICAL JR. ACAD. at (314) 353-8875 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
ST LOUIS, MO 63139-1316
(314) 353-8875
KENNARD/CLASSICAL JR. ACAD. is a public school in ST LOUIS, MO with about 337 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- ST. LOUIS CITY
- Total Students:
- 337
- Teachers:
- 23
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 337 students
- White
- 63.8%
- Black or African American
- 24.0%
- Asian
- 8.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.3%
- Female
- 51.6%
- Male
- 48.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.