TURNER SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY

Turner Sixth Grade Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Turner-Kansas City school district, located in Kansas City, KS with about 326 students. 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 19 teachers, Turner Sixth Grade 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.

Turner Sixth Grade Academy, located at 6425 Riverview in Kansas City, Kansas, serves as a specialized transitional school dedicated exclusively to sixth-grade students within the Turner Unified School District. By focusing entirely on this specific grade level, the academy provides a unique "bridge" environment designed to help students navigate the significant shift from elementary school to the more complex structure of secondary education. The curriculum and school culture are tailored to support the academic, social, and emotional development of students during this pivotal year of adolescence.

The academy emphasizes a supportive community that prioritizes personalized learning and the development of essential study habits and organizational skills needed for future success in middle and high school. By grouping all sixth graders together, the school creates a shared experience that fosters peer connection and allows faculty to concentrate their expertise on the specific developmental milestones and educational requirements of early adolescents, ensuring they are well-prepared for the transition to the upper middle school grades.

For more information, contact Turner Sixth Grade Academy at (913) 288-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.