University Academy is a Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade college-preparatory charter public school in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. University Academy serves approximately 1,100 students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade who reside in the Kansas City Missouri Schools District.
Serving 277 students in grades 6-8, University Academy-middle 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 30% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Academy-middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
University Academy-middle's student population of 277 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Mascot
Gryphon
School Rankings
University Academy-middle 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 University Academy-middle is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1520 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
95%
15%
White
3%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gryphon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Academy-middle's ranking?
University Academy-middle is ranked #1520 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are University Academy-middle often compared to?
University Academy-middleis often viewed alongside schools like Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School, Hogan Preparatory Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend University Academy-middle?
277 students attend University Academy-middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of University Academy-middle students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Academy-middle?
University Academy-middle has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does University Academy-middle offer ?
University Academy-middle offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Academy-middle part of?
University Academy-middle is part of University Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is University Academy-middle located?
University Academy-middle 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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