Serving 167 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The Biome ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Biome ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
The Biome's student population of 167 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The Biome ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Biome is 0.21, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1522 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
89%
15%
White
3%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Biome's ranking?
The Biome is ranked #1522 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend The Biome?
167 students attend The Biome.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of The Biome students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Biome?
The Biome has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Biome offer ?
The Biome offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Biome part of?
The Biome is part of The Biome School District.
In what neighborhood is The Biome located?
The Biome 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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