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Grand Center Arts Academy High

711 NORTH GRAND AVENUE, ST. LOUIS, MO, 63103

About Grand Center Arts Academy High

Grand Center Arts Academy High School is a public charter high school in St. Louis, Missouri, that serves students in grades 9–12. There are about 250 students at the school, and there is one teacher for every 12 students, which allows for individualized attention. Grand Center Arts Academy High is all about the visual and performing arts. It combines hands-on activities with academic lessons to help students improve their creative and technical skills. Students can take Advanced Placement® classes, and 22% of them do. The school has a very diverse student body, with 86% of students being minorities and 100% of students coming from low-income families. Academic proficiency shows that 14% of students are good at math. Funding is in line with what is normal in the district. When it's right, students can take regular tests like the SAT or ACT. Grand Center Arts Academy High is in a lively city area and offers a creative, welcoming, and supportive learning space. The school is one of the best at teaching the arts, and it puts a lot of emphasis on both artistic and academic growth.

Grand Center Arts Academy High Contact Information

Address

711 NORTH GRAND AVENUE, ST. LOUIS, MO, 63103

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Phone

(314) 533-1791

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 14%
Reading 0%
State average proficiency is 14% in Math and 0% in Reading.
36
Full-time Teachers
10 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
4
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
379
Total Students
$47360
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 132 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Grand Center Arts Academy High

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 13.72%
Asian 0.53%
Hispanic 3.69%
Black 77.84%
Two+ Races 3.96%
Native Am. 0.26%
White
13.72%
Asian
0.53%
Hispanic
3.69%
Black
77.84%
Two+ Races
3.96%
Native Am.
0.26%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 379
73.09%
277 Female
26.91%
102 Male

Student Population

379 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

379 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Grand Center Arts Academy High is currently showing off its newest multidisciplinary arts project in its newly renovated theater space. This project combines digital media with traditional performance. The school recently made a new partnership with local galleries. This lets senior students put on professional-level shows in the middle of the Grand Center Arts District. For the 2026 season, the academy has also added world-class classes in contemporary dance and film production to its visiting artist program.

FAQ

Q1. What is unique about Grand Center Arts Academy High?

Ans. The school focuses on visual and performing arts through practical activities.

Q2. How does the school promote creative learning?

Ans. Students explore arts, music, and theater projects to enhance their talents.

Q3. Are SAT and ACT exams supported at Grand Center Arts Academy High?

Ans. Yes, students receive guidance and preparation for standardized college exams.

Q4. How does the school support student engagement?

Ans. Students participate in arts showcases, clubs, and community performances.

Q5. What is the student demographic at Grand Center Arts Academy High?

Ans. The school serves a highly diverse student population with 86% minority enrollment.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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