Below Average
#1773 of 2,221 schools in MO
Hope Leadership Academy
Elementary School · HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
2800 E. LINWOOD BLVD., Kansas City, MO 64128
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,773 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#113 of 147
public schools
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About Hope Leadership Academy
Hope Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY. Hope Leadership Academy serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,773 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Hope Leadership Academy show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Hope Leadership 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.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Hope Leadership Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hope Leadership 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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Hope Leadership Academy — Students at Hope Leadership Academy score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 5.9/10.
How Hope Leadership Academy Compares
See how Hope Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2800 E. LINWOOD BLVD., Kansas City, MO 64128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City | 0.8 mi | — |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL INC. Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| GEORGE MELCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| M. L. KING ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,257
Median Home Value
$64,800
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
12,445
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGBEE ELEM. Higbee, MO | 4.7 |
| MADISON ELEM. Madison, MO | 4.7 |
| MEADVILLE ELEM. Meadville, MO | 4.7 |
| BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe, MO | 4.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-TROY Troy, MO | 4.9 |
| HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING St. Louis, MO | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope Leadership Academy
What grades does Hope Leadership Academy serve?
Hope Leadership Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hope Leadership Academy?
Hope Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope Leadership Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope Leadership Academy rank in MO?
Hope Leadership Academy ranks #1,773 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hope Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Hope Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope Leadership Academy has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Hope Leadership Academy a charter school?
Yes, Hope Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Hope Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Hope Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope Leadership Academy?
96.9% of students at Hope Leadership 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (816) 921-1213
Resources & Links
District
HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 96
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,950
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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