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University Academy-middle

6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 264 students in grades 6-8, University Academy-middle 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 30% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

University Academy-middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
University Academy-middle's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
264 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
University Academy-middle ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Academy-middle is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1500 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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30%
39%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of University Academy-middle and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Missouri by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35%
43%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of University Academy-middle and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Missouri by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of University Academy-middle and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Missouri by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
3%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in University Academy-middle and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
94%
15%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in University Academy-middle and the percentage of Black public school students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
2%
69%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in University Academy-middle and the percentage of White public school students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in University Academy-middle.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Missouri.
0.12
This chart displays the diversity score of University Academy-middle and the public school average diversity score of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in University Academy-middle and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in University Academy-middle and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Missouri by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Academy-middle's ranking?
University Academy-middle is ranked #1500 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are University Academy-middle often compared to?
University Academy-middleis often viewed alongside schools like Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School, Hogan Preparatory Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend University Academy-middle?
264 students attend University Academy-middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of University Academy-middle students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Academy-middle?
University Academy-middle has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does University Academy-middle offer ?
University Academy-middle offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is University Academy-middle part of?
University Academy-middle is part of University Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is University Academy-middle located?
University Academy-middle is located in the South Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 12 other public schools located in South Kansas City.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 264 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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