Burke Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Burke Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burke Academy's ranking?
Burke Academy is ranked #1272 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What grades does Burke Academy offer ?
Burke Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burke Academy part of?
Burke Academy is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
In what neighborhood is Burke Academy located?
Burke Academy is located in the Hickman Mills neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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