B. BANNEKER ACADEMY

B. BANNEKER ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school with about 357 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, B. BANNEKER ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

B. BANNEKER ACADEMY, located on Rockhill Road in Kansas City, Missouri, is a specialized educational institution focused on providing a structured and rigorous learning environment. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, often emphasizing a curriculum that integrates traditional core subjects with a focus on character development and student discipline. By maintaining a smaller school setting, Banneker Academy aims to foster a more personalized atmosphere where educators can closely monitor student progress and provide targeted support to meet individual academic needs.

The academy’s mission centers on preparing students for long-term success by instilling strong foundational skills and promoting a sense of community responsibility. Beyond its classroom instruction, the school strives to create an inclusive culture that encourages students to take pride in their educational journey and personal growth. For families seeking a focused educational path in the Kansas City area, Banneker Academy serves as a distinct alternative that prioritizes academic accountability and a supportive school environment.

For more information, contact B. BANNEKER ACADEMY at (816) 926-9110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6401 Rockhill Rd
KANSAS CITY, MO 64131-2254
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B. BANNEKER ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 357 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Missouri

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL MISSOURI
Total Students:
357
Teachers:
21.95
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 357 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending B. BANNEKER ACADEMY is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 96% of the student body.

Black or African American
96.4%
Two or more races
3.1%
White
0.6%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.