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#1448 of 2,221 schools in MO
Kipp Kc Legacy High School
School · KIPP: ENDEAVOR ACADEMY
2700 E 18TH ST, Kansas City, MO 64126
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,448 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#87 of 147
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
KIPP: ENDEAVOR ACADEMY
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Kipp Kc Legacy High School
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About Kipp Kc Legacy High School
Kipp Kc Legacy High School is a public school in Kansas City, MO, part of KIPP: ENDEAVOR ACADEMY. Kipp Kc Legacy High School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Kc Legacy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,448 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Kc Legacy High School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kipp Kc Legacy High School 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Kipp Kc Legacy High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kipp Kc Legacy High School 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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Kipp Kc Legacy High School — Students at Kipp Kc Legacy High School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 2 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Kipp Kc Legacy High School Compares
See how Kipp Kc Legacy High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2700 E 18TH ST, Kansas City, MO 64126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Kc Legacy High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FRONTIER SCHL OF INNOVATION-M (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRAILWOODS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ROGERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| GLADSTONE ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| FRONTIER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF INNOVATION-M Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GEORGE MELCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,009
Median Home Value
$54,800
Median Rent
$967/mo
Population
6,433
College Educated
5.1%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
35.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Kc Legacy High School
What grades does Kipp Kc Legacy High School serve?
Kipp Kc Legacy High School serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Kipp Kc Legacy High School?
Kipp Kc Legacy High School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Kc Legacy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Kc Legacy High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Kc Legacy High School rank in MO?
Kipp Kc Legacy High School ranks #1,448 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kipp Kc Legacy High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Kc Legacy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Kipp Kc Legacy High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Kc Legacy High School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Kipp Kc Legacy High School a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Kc Legacy High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Kc Legacy High School a Title I school?
No, Kipp Kc Legacy High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Kc Legacy High School?
99.0% of students at Kipp Kc Legacy High School 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
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (816) 241-3994
Resources & Links
District
KIPP: ENDEAVOR ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 852
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,036
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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