University Academy School District
School District · Kansas City, Missouri
Avg Rating
7.7
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,199
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Avg Rating
7.7
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,199
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Evaluating University Academy?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge University Academy as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
University Academy-middle
Kansas City · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
University Academy-upper
Kansas City · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
University Academy-lower
Kansas City · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#37 of 462
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.5
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,199
+$2,672 vs Missouri median
District size
1,091 students
Larger than Missouri median
The short answer
University Academy ranks #37 of 462 Missouri districts by overall school rating. University Academy's schools with real test data average 7.7/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are University Academy-middle (8.8/10), University Academy-upper (7.3/10), and University Academy-lower (7.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in University Academy
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Academy-middle | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | University Academy-upper | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | University Academy-lower | 7.1 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About University Academy
University Academy is a Kansas City, Missouri school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,091 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1. The district invests $15,199 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.7/10, University Academy is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is University Academy-middle, which has a composite score of 8.8/10.
In standardized testing, University Academy students show an average math proficiency of 49.6% and ELA proficiency of 55.7%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in University Academy, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in University Academy with test data.
Schools in University Academy
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Kansas City
- Total Enrollment
- 1,091
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in University Academy?
University Academy has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for University Academy?
The average composite rating for University Academy is 7.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in University Academy?
University Academy spends $15,199 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in University Academy?
The average student-teacher ratio in University Academy is 14.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in University Academy?
University Academy-middle is the highest-rated school in University Academy with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What are the test scores in University Academy?
Across schools in University Academy with test data, the average math proficiency is 49.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does University Academy compare to other districts in Missouri?
University Academy has an average school rating of 7.7/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 49.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.7%
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- Jefferson City (18)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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