Atlas Elementary School serves 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Atlas Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 278% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 211% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atlas Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
80%
15%
White
10%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Atlas Elementary School?
431 students attend Atlas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Atlas Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlas Elementary School?
Atlas Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Atlas Elementary School offer ?
Atlas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Atlas Elementary School part of?
Atlas Elementary School is part of Atlas School District.
In what neighborhood is Atlas Elementary School located?
Atlas Elementary School is located in the Central West End neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 4 other public schools located in Central West End.
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