Serving 235 students in grades 9-12, University Academy-upper ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Academy-upper ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
University Academy-upper's student population of 235 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Academy-upper ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Academy-upper is 0.15, which is less 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
#301 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
92%
15%
White
2%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Academy-upper's ranking?
University Academy-upper is ranked #301 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Academy-upper?
The graduation rate of University Academy-upper is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend University Academy-upper?
235 students attend University Academy-upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of University Academy-upper students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Academy-upper?
University Academy-upper has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does University Academy-upper offer ?
University Academy-upper offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is University Academy-upper part of?
University Academy-upper is part of University Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is University Academy-upper located?
University Academy-upper 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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