KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY

KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the KIPP ST LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in ST LOUIS, MO with about 374 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 27 teachers, KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY, located in the St. Louis Place neighborhood, is a public charter middle school that operates under the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) St. Louis network. Serving students in grades 5 through 8, the school is built on the core belief that every child, regardless of their background or zip code, deserves access to a high-quality education that prepares them for success in college and beyond. The academy is characterized by a rigorous academic culture, a longer school day, and a strong emphasis on character development, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and personal responsibility among its students.

The school is deeply integrated into the KIPP St. Louis mission of creating a network of high-performing schools that partner with the community to ensure students have the tools to navigate and lead in their chosen career paths. By providing a structured and supportive environment, KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY focuses on closing the achievement gap by combining high academic standards with individualized support. The school's presence in St. Louis reflects a broader commitment to educational equity, offering families in the area a tuition-free, high-expectation alternative to traditional public schooling.

For more information, contact KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY at (314) 296-3502 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.