KANSAS CITY NEIGHBORHOOD ACAD

KANSAS CITY NEIGHBORHOOD ACAD is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the KANSAS CITY 33 school district, located in Kansas City, MO with about 203 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 2 teachers, KANSAS CITY NEIGHBORHOOD ACAD has a student/teacher ratio of about 101:1. 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.

KANSAS CITY NEIGHBORHOOD ACADemy (KCNA) is a public charter school located in the historic 18th & Vine district of Kansas City, Missouri. The school serves students in grades K-6 and is uniquely positioned as a neighborhood-focused institution dedicated to closing the achievement gap. By operating with a "wraparound" philosophy, KCNA seeks to address not only the academic needs of its students but also the social and emotional support systems necessary for children in urban communities to thrive. Its mission emphasizes high expectations, rigorous instruction, and a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community.

The school is notable for its deliberate efforts to integrate into the fabric of the local community, operating with the belief that a stable, high-quality school is a vital anchor for neighborhood revitalization. KCNA utilizes a curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and literacy, while simultaneously prioritizing a safe, nurturing environment that encourages character development. By maintaining smaller class sizes and focusing on individualized attention, the academy aims to prepare its students for success in secondary education and beyond, striving to be a model for educational equity within the Kansas City public school system.

For more information, contact KANSAS CITY NEIGHBORHOOD ACAD at (816) 418-1500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.