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#1100 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 50% in state
Allen Village Junior Academy
Middle School · ALLEN VILLAGE
706 W 42ND ST., Kansas City, MO 64111
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,100 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#57 of 147
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
ALLEN VILLAGE
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Allen Village Junior Academy
Allen Village Junior Academy is a public middle school in Kansas City, MO, part of ALLEN VILLAGE. Allen Village Junior Academy serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Allen Village Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,100 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Allen Village Junior Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Allen Village Junior Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Allen Village Junior Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Allen Village Junior Academy — Students at Allen Village Junior Academy score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 11 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Allen Village Junior Academy Compares
See how Allen Village Junior Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
706 W 42ND ST., Kansas City, MO 64111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allen Village Junior Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Academie Lafayette Armour IMS (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALLEN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY ACADE Kansas City | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRIMARY ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRESCHOOL Kansas City | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE PLAZA ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WESTPORT MONTESSORI Kansas City | 0.4 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF HOPE Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| GORDON PARKS ELEM. Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CRISTO REY KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Academie Lafayette Armour IMS Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| THE PEMBROKE HILL SCHOOL - WORNALL CAMPUS Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. Kansas City | 1.3 mi | — |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,802
Median Home Value
$269,500
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
16,974
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
30.2%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 6.3 |
| MARION C. EARLY JUNIOR HIGH Morrisville, MO | 6.2 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis, MO | 6.7 |
| TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton, MO | 6.1 |
| Carnahan Middle St. Louis, MO | 6.8 |
| PUTNAM CO. MIDDLE Unionville, MO | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allen Village Junior Academy
What grades does Allen Village Junior Academy serve?
Allen Village Junior Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Allen Village Junior Academy?
Allen Village Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allen Village Junior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Allen Village Junior Academy is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Allen Village Junior Academy rank in MO?
Allen Village Junior Academy ranks #1,100 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Allen Village Junior Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Allen Village Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Allen Village Junior Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Allen Village Junior Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Allen Village Junior Academy a charter school?
Yes, Allen Village Junior Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Allen Village Junior Academy a Title I school?
No, Allen Village Junior Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Allen Village Junior Academy?
92.1% of students at Allen Village Junior Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (816) 931-0177
Resources & Links
District
ALLEN VILLAGE- District Enrollment
- 422
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,396
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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