Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science
Tel:
(913) 627-7200
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science serves 1,000 students in grades 8-12.
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science placed in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2017-18 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 33%) for the 2017-18 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37%) for the 2017-18 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Top Placements
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science places among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
- Category Attribute
- Graduation Rate Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
- Diversity Most diverse schools (Top 10%)
- Percent Eligible For Free Lunch Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 20%)
School Overview
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science's student population of 1,000 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
| School Type | Magnet School |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School (2003) |
| Grades Offered | Grades 8-12 |
| Total Students | 1,000 students |
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| Total Classroom Teachers | 65 teachers |
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School Comparison
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,265 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2017-18 school year.
The diversity score of Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
| Definition of Terms 2017-2018 School Year Data | This School | State Level (KS) |
Overall Testing Rank | #503 out of 1265 schools (Top 50%) | |
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient) | 38% | 33% |
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient) | 39% | 37% |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 | 14:1 |
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| American Indian | n/a | 1% |
| Asian | 8% | 3% |
| Hispanic | 55% | 20% |
| Black | 24% | 7% |
| White | 11% | 64% |
| Hawaiian | n/a | n/a |
| Two or more races | 2% | 5% |
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Diversity Score | 0.63 | 0.54 |
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Graduation Rate | ≥95% | 86% |
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| Eligible for Free Lunch | 61% | 38% |
| Eligible for Reduced Lunch | 17% | 10% |
| School Statewide Testing | View Education Department Test Scores | |
| School District Name | Kansas City School District | |
Source: 2017-2018 (latest school year available) NCES, KS Dept. of Education
Nearby Public Schools
The nearest high school and middle school to Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science is School For Blind High School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Douglass Elementary School (0.3 miles away)
Show me:
- School (Math and Reading Proficiency) Location Miles Grades Students
- Kansas City Douglass Elementary School Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%Rank:1/Bottom 50% Grades: PK-5 | 350 students10
0.3 miles
1310 N 9th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-5100 0.3 PK-5 350 - Kansas City Grant Elementary School Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%Rank:1/Bottom 50% Grades: K-5 | 330 students10
0.6 miles
1510 N 4th St
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-4300 0.6 K-5 330 - Kansas City School For Blind Elementary School Special Education School Grades: 1-6 | 5 students
0.6 miles
1100 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 305-3000 0.6 1-6 5 - Kansas City School For Blind High School Special Education School Grades: 7-12 | 15 students
0.6 miles
1100 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66102
(913) 305-3000 0.6 7-12 15 - Kansas City Banneker Elementary School Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%Rank:1/Bottom 50% Grades: PK-5 | 396 students10
0.7 miles
2026 N 4th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-4700 0.7 PK-5 396
School Reviews
| 5 The quality and availability of academic programs and extracurricular activities is outstanding. There is a variety of sports and classes, along with the distinguished IB program and the unique Native Speakers Spanish courses. But sure, the facilities definitely need an upgrade, the general appearance of the school does not match it's elite magnet school status. The books in some classes are few, and the remaining, torn. The coursework is challenging, and even overwhelming at points. But, speaking as a senior graduating this year, I have to say it was worth it. It is a real accomplishment making it so far in such a rigorous college prep high school. The expectations are high, almost unrealistically, but the teachers are helpful and tutoring is also available. The students are very focused, so study-groups are definitely an option. I am in the Certificate IB program (which is like HALF IB, as compared to FULL Diploma IB), and it is definitely a challenge, but I look forward to graduating from this amazing school with the academic qualities it takes to succeed in college. - Posted by Student/Alumni - maria |
| 5 The quality of academic programs are excellent. However, the expectations of the students from some of the teachers are unrealistic. Some teachers feel that students should take responsibility to ask for academic assistance when needed and I agree. Some will make assumptions about students without explanation and become overly critical and stereotype a student and punish them. Some will also focus more on their status instead of genuine concern for the student's confusion in their teaching style. Some teachers choose not to call parents when students are having difficulty or failing. This is UNACCEPTABLE!!!! Many of the teachers are excellent in their teaching skils and support of the students. There are plenty of quality arts, sports and other extracurricular activities. The facilities could use an upgrade and they are lacking in having enough textbooks for the students for several classes. Parent involvement is average to above average. The school is only as good as it's instructors and administration. - Posted by Parent - NRS |
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