UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE SCHOOL
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the UNIVERSITY ACADEMY school district, located in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 214 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 17 teachers, UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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-MIDDLE is a public charter school located in Kansas City, Missouri, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the broader University Academy institution, the school is deeply committed to a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum designed to ensure that all students, regardless of their background, are academically prepared for success in higher education. The school emphasizes a culture of high expectations, character development, and academic excellence, aiming to close achievement gaps and provide equitable opportunities for the youth of Kansas City.
Beyond the classroom, UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE fosters a supportive community that integrates student engagement, leadership development, and preparation for its companion high school program. By leveraging a structured learning environment and a focus on core subjects, the school strives to cultivate critical thinkers and responsible citizens. Its mission remains centered on empowering students to navigate the path to college and beyond, making it a notable choice for families in the Kansas City area seeking a focused and ambitious academic experience.
For more information, contact UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE at (816) 412-9272 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
KANSAS CITY, MO 64131-1382
(816) 412-9272
http://WWW.UNIVERSITYACADEMY.ORG
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in KANSAS CITY, MO with about 214 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
UNIVERSITY OF MO - KANSAS CITY - District:
- UNIVERSITY ACADEMY
- Total Students:
- 214
- Teachers:
- 17.75
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 214 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 97% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 97.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.4%
- White
- 0.9%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- Female
- 52.8%
- Male
- 47.2%
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.