Serving 449 students in grades 7-12, Crossroads Preparatory 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 13% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crossroads Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Crossroads Preparatory Academy's student population of 449 students has grown by 137% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 168% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crossroads Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossroads Preparatory Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1752 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
8%
Black
46%
15%
White
20%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossroads Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Crossroads Preparatory Academy is ranked #1752 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Crossroads Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Crossroads Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Springs South High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crossroads Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Crossroads Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Crossroads Preparatory Academy?
449 students attend Crossroads Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Crossroads Preparatory Academy students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crossroads Preparatory Academy?
Crossroads Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crossroads Preparatory Academy offer ?
Crossroads Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Crossroads Preparatory Academy part of?
Crossroads Preparatory Academy is part of Crossroads Charter Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Crossroads Preparatory Academy located?
Crossroads Preparatory Academy is located in the Quality Hill neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Quality Hill.
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