Serving 665 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kipp Endeavor 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 11% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Endeavor Academy's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Endeavor Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Endeavor Academy is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1976 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
81%
15%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Endeavor Academy's ranking?
Kipp Endeavor Academy is ranked #1976 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kipp Endeavor Academy?
665 students attend Kipp Endeavor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kipp Endeavor Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Endeavor Academy?
Kipp Endeavor Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kipp Endeavor Academy offer ?
Kipp Endeavor Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Endeavor Academy part of?
Kipp Endeavor Academy is part of KIPP: Endeavor Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Endeavor Academy located?
Kipp Endeavor Academy is located in the 18th And Vine neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in 18th And Vine.
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