Average
#201 of 399 private schools in MO
Lees Summit Academy
School
601 NW LIBBY LN, Lee's Summit, MO 64063
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#201 of 399
In Lee's Summit
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Lees Summit Academy
Lees Summit Academy is a private school in Lee's Summit, MO. Lees Summit Academy serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lees Summit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Lees Summit 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, Lees Summit Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lees Summit 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.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
601 NW LIBBY LN, Lee's Summit, MO 64063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lees Summit Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEE'S SUMMIT WEST HIGH (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRESENTATION SCHOOL Lee'S Summit | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH Lee'S Summit | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| R-7 Online Academy Lee'S Summit | 1.4 mi | — |
| PLEASANT LEA ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| PLEASANT LEA MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| HAZEL GROVE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| LANGSFORD HOUSE Lee'S Summit | 1.8 mi | — |
| CEDAR CREEK ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH Lee'S Summit | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MEADOW LANE ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT WEST HIGH Lee'S Summit | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| UNDERWOOD ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| HILLTOP SCHOOL Lee'S Summit | 3.5 mi | — |
| LAKEVIEW WOODS SCHOOL Lee'S Summit | 3.6 mi | — |
| BERNARD C. CAMPBELL MIDDLE Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LONGVIEW FARM ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. Lee'S Summit | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| East Trails Middle School Lee'S Summit | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,966
Median Home Value
$242,800
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
21,430
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 6.4 |
| APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia, MO | 6.5 |
| AURORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Aurora, MO | 6.3 |
| NEOSHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Neosho, MO | 6.2 |
| GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 6.7 |
| THE FULTON SCHOOL AT ST ALBANS Saint Albans, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lees Summit Academy
What grades does Lees Summit Academy serve?
Lees Summit Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Lees Summit Academy?
Lees Summit Academy has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lees Summit Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lees Summit Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lees Summit Academy rank in MO?
Lees Summit Academy ranks #201 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Lees Summit Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lees Summit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lees Summit Academy a private school?
Yes, Lees Summit Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lees Summit Academy a religious school?
Lees Summit Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 399-2026
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