The Leadership School

The Leadership School

leadership-focused K-12 education and development

Overview

The Leadership School STL delivers education that blends rigorous academics with leadership and personal development. It uses a student-centered curriculum with hands-on activities, mentorship, and collaborative projects to develop leadership skills such as communication, teamwork, and empathy. It sets itself apart by integrating leadership competencies into the core academic program rather than treating them as separate pursuits. Its goal is to prepare graduates who are academically strong and able to positively influence their communities and lead in their chosen fields.

Significant Headcount Growth

About The Leadership School

Simplify's Rating
Why The Leadership School is rated
D+
Rated D+ on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Education

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Normandy, Missouri

Founded

2019

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What believers are saying

  • TLS posted August 10, 2026 enrollment for K-6, signaling expansion beyond elementary grades.
  • April 2026 board minutes noted a $30,000 playground grant, supporting campus investment.
  • August 2026 readiness kits show active family outreach and early-childhood funnel building.

What critics are saying

  • MCPSC rated 2023-2024 overall performance Does Not Meet, pressuring 2026 renewal.
  • Enrollment reached 150 in K-3, leaving thin scale and fragile per-pupil economics.
  • Persistent underperformance can trigger charter revocation, shutting the school by 2027.

What makes The Leadership School unique

  • First public charter school in St. Louis County, serving Normandy families since 2022.
  • Mission blends academics with leadership, empathy, and relationship-oriented instruction.
  • Board-sponsored charter model ties tuition-free public access to local community accountability.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Wellness Program

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

17%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

28%

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