UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the UNIVERSITY ACADEMY school district, located in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 237 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 16 teachers, UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER, located on Holmes Road in Kansas City, Missouri, is a college-preparatory charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12. As part of a mission-driven institution, the school emphasizes high expectations for student achievement, character development, and civic responsibility. By maintaining a structured curriculum focused on college readiness, the academy aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in higher education and competitive career fields.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its intensive focus on preparing students for the challenges of university life. Through a combination of a demanding core curriculum, extracurricular opportunities, and a supportive campus culture, UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER strives to bridge the opportunity gap for students in the Kansas City area. The school maintains a clear institutional focus on ensuring that every graduate is equipped with the necessary tools, habits, and knowledge to excel as productive, lifelong learners in a global society.

For more information, contact UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER at (816) 412-5902 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.