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#173 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 43% of private schools

Faith Christian Academy

School

4330 NW COOKINGHAM RD, Kansas City, MO 64116

Private

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#173 of 399

In Kansas City

#28 of 39

public schools

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Faith Christian Academy

6.6/10

School in Kansas City · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Faith Christian Academy

Faith Christian Academy is a private school in Kansas City, MO. Faith Christian Academy serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares0.3 pts above MO schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Faith Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Faith Christian Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Faith Christian Academy compares to 152 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
370
This School
vs
456
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.9% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Faith Christian Academy Kansas City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Faith Christian Academy (this school) 6.6
NASHUA ELEMENTARY 3.7
NEW MARK MIDDLE 4.9
TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL 6.3
FOX HILL ELEMENTARY 8.1
PATHFINDER ELEM. 6.0
STALEY HIGH 6.7
ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. 7.4
PARK HILL HIGH 5.8
BELL PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY 7.7
CONGRESS MIDDLE 5.0
GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. 3.2
GASHLAND ELEMENTARY 4.7
CLARDY ELEMENTARY 4.9
PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. 7.8
GATEWAY 6TH GRADE CENTER 7.5
OAK PARK HIGH 6.7
HAWTHORN ELEM. 8.1
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. 4.0
PLAZA MIDDLE 5.2
MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL 2.9

Showing 20 of 152 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

Preliminary

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)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,422
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 370
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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 91.9%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 2.2%
Two or More 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4330 NW COOKINGHAM RD, Kansas City, MO 64116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Faith Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FOX HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SMITHVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY II (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Smithville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Kansas City 0.8 mi
NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SYSTEM Kansas City 3.0 mi 6.3
TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL Kansas City 3.7 mi 6.3
NASHUA ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.0 mi 3.7
SMITHVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY II Smithville 3.9 mi 7.8
NEW MARK MIDDLE Kansas City 3.7 mi 4.9
PATHFINDER ELEM. Kansas City 4.5 mi 6.0
FOX HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.8 mi 8.1
ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. Kansas City 5.1 mi 7.4
PARK HILL HIGH Kansas City 5.1 mi 5.8
CONGRESS MIDDLE Kansas City 5.3 mi 5.0
Horizon Elementary Smithville 5.1 mi 7.2
GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. Kansas City 5.4 mi 3.2
Smithville Middle Smithville 5.2 mi 7.4
Smithville High Smithville 5.2 mi 7.2
GASHLAND ELEMENTARY Kansas City 5.5 mi 4.7
THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. Kansas City 6.2 mi 4.0
STALEY HIGH Kansas City 5.0 mi 6.7
PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. Kansas City 6.0 mi 7.8
PLAZA MIDDLE Kansas City 6.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,352

Median Home Value

$226,600

Median Rent

$1,252/mo

Population

17,535

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

44.3%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

38

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
SCHOOL OF THE OZARKS Point Lookout, MO 6.4
VALLE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sainte Genevieve, MO 6.4
NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SYSTEM Kansas City, MO 6.3
WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City, MO 6.9
ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph, MO 6.2
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT O'Fallon, MO 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Faith Christian Academy

What grades does Faith Christian Academy serve?

Faith Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Faith Christian Academy?

Faith Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian Academy is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Faith Christian Academy rank in MO?

Faith Christian Academy ranks #173 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Faith Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Faith Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Faith Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Faith Christian Academy a religious school?

Faith Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
370
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.9 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Platte County

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