Very Good
#465 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 21% in state
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle
Middle School · KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP ACADEMY
5000 E.17TH ST., Kansas City, MO 64127
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#465 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#25 of 147
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Kansas City Girls Prep Middle?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle
Middle School in Kansas City · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Guadalupe Centers Elementary
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
East High School
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Kansas City Girls Prep Middle
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle is a public middle school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP ACADEMY. Kansas City Girls Prep Middle serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kansas City Girls Prep Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Kansas City Girls Prep Middle show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Kansas City Girls Prep Middle 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.
Test scores at Kansas City Girls Prep Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Kansas City Girls Prep Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle — Students at Kansas City Girls Prep Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Kansas City Girls Prep Middle Compares
See how Kansas City Girls Prep Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5000 E.17TH ST., Kansas City, MO 64127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kansas City Girls Prep Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,179
Median Home Value
$59,300
Median Rent
$886/mo
Population
17,645
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARRISBURG MIDDLE Harrisburg, MO | 7.6 |
| SOUTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE Mokane, MO | 7.6 |
| WEST PLATTE MIDDLE Weston, MO | 7.6 |
| HUMANSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Humansville, MO | 7.5 |
| QULIN MIDDLE Qulin, MO | 7.5 |
| SPOKANE MIDDLE Spokane, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kansas City Girls Prep Middle
What grades does Kansas City Girls Prep Middle serve?
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Kansas City Girls Prep Middle?
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kansas City Girls Prep Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Kansas City Girls Prep Middle is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kansas City Girls Prep Middle rank in MO?
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle ranks #465 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kansas City Girls Prep Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Kansas City Girls Prep Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kansas City Girls Prep Middle has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Kansas City Girls Prep Middle a charter school?
Yes, Kansas City Girls Prep Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kansas City Girls Prep Middle a Title I school?
No, Kansas City Girls Prep Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kansas City Girls Prep Middle?
100.0% of students at Kansas City Girls Prep Middle 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
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 268-2573
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 162
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,610
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.