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#104 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 26% of private schools

Eagle Heights Christian School

School

5600 N BRIGHTON AVE, Kansas City, MO 64119

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Kansas City. Learn more

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Kansas City

#20 of 39

public schools

Missouri schools

#32 of 90

About Eagle Heights Christian School

Eagle Heights Christian School serves 52 students in grades kindergarten through 12 in Kansas City's Clay County area. This small school maintains an intimate learning environment with just 6 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an exceptional student-teacher ratio of 8:1 that allows for personalized attention and close relationships between educators and students. The school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #120 out of 399 schools statewide, placing it in the 70th percentile among Missouri schools.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education within its close-knit community setting. The small enrollment across all grade levels from kindergarten through high school creates a unique family-like atmosphere where students of different ages can interact and learn from one another. With such low student numbers, every child has opportunities to participate in activities and receive individualized support.

Eagle Heights Christian School is situated in a stable Kansas City neighborhood where families enjoy a median household income of $77,763 and median home values of $194,300. The surrounding community has a college education rate of 31% and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.3%, creating a supportive environment for educational achievement in this large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 52 students, Eagle Heights Christian School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Eagle Heights Christian School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Eagle Heights Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Eagle Heights Christian School compares to 147 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
52
This School
vs
466
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 15.4% vs 0%
Asian 5.8% vs 0%
Black 1.9% vs 0%
Eagle Heights Christian School Kansas City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Eagle Heights Christian School (this school) 7.1
RAVENWOOD ELEMENTARY 5.6
MAPLE PARK MIDDLE 6.5
MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY 7.7
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY 8.1
WINNETONKA HIGH 7.7
WINNWOOD ELEMENTARY 5.2
TOPPING ELEMENTARY 6.7
DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY 7.3
NORTHGATE MIDDLE 5.9
EASTGATE 6TH GRADE CENTER 5.9
GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY 7.2
CHOUTEAU ELEMENTARY 7.3
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY 5.9
NORTHWEST REG. YOUTH CTR.
MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL 6.6
OAK PARK HIGH 6.0
BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY 7.7
CLARDY ELEMENTARY 6.1
LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. 4.8
WEST ENGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY 7.2

Showing 20 of 147 schools. View all schools in Kansas City

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,211
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 52
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 65.4%
Hispanic 15.4%
Two or More 11.5%
Asian 5.8%
Black 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5600 N BRIGHTON AVE, Kansas City, MO 64119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eagle Heights Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WINNETONKA HIGH (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
RAVENWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 0.3 mi 5.6
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Kansas City 1.1 mi 7.5
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.2 mi 8.1
MAPLE PARK MIDDLE Kansas City 1.1 mi 6.5
MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.1 mi 7.7
WINNETONKA HIGH Kansas City 1.4 mi 7.7
WINNWOOD ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.5 mi 5.2
TOPPING ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.6 mi 6.7
CHAPEL HILL ELEMENTARY Gladstone 1.7 mi 6.2
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Gladstone 1.7 mi 7.5
EASTGATE 6TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City 2.0 mi 5.9
ANTIOCH MIDDLE Gladstone 2.0 mi 5.8
NORTHGATE MIDDLE Kansas City 2.0 mi 5.9
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY Gladstone 2.0 mi 7.5
HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City 2.2 mi 5.5
DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.0 mi 7.3
CHOUTEAU ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.6 mi 7.3
GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.1 mi 7.2
OAKWOOD MANOR ELEMENTARY Gladstone 2.2 mi 5.1
ST PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 2.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,871

Median Home Value

$216,300

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

32,615

College Educated

32.3%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

37.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Eagle Heights Christian School has a median household income of $79,871. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,300, with a median rent of $1,259/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GREAT CIRCLE EDGEWOOD CHILDREN'S CENTER St. Louis, MO 7.1
TRI LAKES SPECIAL SERV CO-OP Branson, MO 7.1
PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country, MO 7.0
THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston, MO 6.9
OUTREACH CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Kansas City, MO 7.3
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hollister, MO 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eagle Heights Christian School

What grades does Eagle Heights Christian School serve?

Eagle Heights Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Eagle Heights Christian School?

Eagle Heights Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eagle Heights Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eagle Heights Christian School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Eagle Heights Christian School rank in MO?

Eagle Heights Christian School is ranked #104 out of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Eagle Heights Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eagle Heights Christian School has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Eagle Heights Christian School a private school?

Yes, Eagle Heights Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Eagle Heights Christian School a religious school?

Eagle Heights Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (6,241/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kansas City). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
29% M / 71% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large City
County
CLAY
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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