Center Alternative

8434 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Center Alternative 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 <50% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 55%).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • : <50%
  • : ≤20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
12 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (MO)
(12-13)
<50%
53%
(12-13)
≤20%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
n/a
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Center Alternative often compared to?
Center Alternativeis often viewed alongside schools like Center For Educ. Development by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% MO state average).
What grades does Center Alternative offer ?
Center Alternative offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center Alternative part of?
Center Alternative is part of Center 58 School District.
In what neighborhood is Center Alternative located?
Center Alternative is located in the South Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 12 other public schools located in South Kansas City.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • : <50%
  • : ≤20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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