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#215 of 399 private schools in MO

Plaza Heights Christian Academy

School

1500 SW CLARK RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015

Private

Enrollment

212

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#215 of 399

In Blue Springs

#3 of 4

public schools

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Plaza Heights Christian Academy

6.3/10

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

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About Plaza Heights Christian Academy

Plaza Heights Christian Academy is a private school in Blue Springs, MO. Plaza Heights Christian Academy serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Plaza Heights Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it comparesOn par with MO schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • MO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Plaza Heights 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Plaza Heights Christian Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Blue Springs, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
212
This School
vs
768
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.8% vs 0%
Black 1.9% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Plaza Heights Christian Academy Blue Springs Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Plaza Heights Christian Academy (this school) 6.3
FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. 9.6
THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. 4.8
MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE 5.1
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. 4.4
WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. 5.6
LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER 6.4
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH 7.0
JAMES WALKER ELEM. 8.1
CORDILL-MASON ELEM. 6.7
BLUE SPRINGS HIGH 6.8
JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. 8.8
PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.3
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. 7.6
JAMES LEWIS ELEM. 9.2
SUNNY POINTE ELEM. 7.8
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE 7.9

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)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,232
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 14%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 212
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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 92.9%
Hispanic 2.8%
Black 1.9%
Two or More 1.9%
Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1500 SW CLARK RD, Blue Springs, MO 64015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plaza Heights Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS (rated 5.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blue Springs, see our Blue Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FRANKLIN SMITH ELEM. Blue Springs 0.1 mi 9.6
THOMAS J. ULTICAN ELEM. Blue Springs 1.2 mi 4.8
MORELAND RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Springs 1.3 mi 5.1
LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs 1.4 mi 6.4
DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs 1.3 mi 4.4
ST JOHN LALANDE SCHOOL Blue Springs 1.6 mi 6.3
BLUE SPRINGS HIGH Blue Springs 1.7 mi 6.8
CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs 1.7 mi 6.7
WILLIAM BRYANT ELEM. Blue Springs 1.4 mi 5.6
JAMES WALKER ELEM. Blue Springs 1.6 mi 8.1
BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH HIGH Blue Springs 1.6 mi 7.0
RAINBOW CENTER FOR COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Blue Springs 2.1 mi 5.8
TIMOTHY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Blue Springs 2.5 mi 6.6
JAMES LEWIS ELEM. Blue Springs 3.2 mi 9.2
JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 2.9 mi 8.8
LUCY FRANKLIN ELEM. Blue Springs 3.2 mi 7.6
PAUL KINDER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blue Springs 3.1 mi 4.3
SUNNY POINTE ELEM. Blue Springs 3.3 mi 7.8
BRITTANY HILL MIDDLE Blue Springs 3.5 mi 7.9
MASON ELEM. Lee'S Summit 4.2 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,242

Median Home Value

$249,500

Median Rent

$1,148/mo

Population

31,814

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

38.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield, MO 6.3
LIGGETT TRAIL EDUCATION CENTER Blue Springs, MO 6.4
SCHOOL OF THE OZARKS Point Lookout, MO 6.4
CLINTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clinton, MO 6.0
EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau, MO 6.6
GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Springfield, MO 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plaza Heights Christian Academy

What grades does Plaza Heights Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Plaza Heights Christian Academy?

Plaza Heights Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plaza Heights Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Plaza Heights Christian Academy is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Plaza Heights Christian Academy rank in MO?

Plaza Heights Christian Academy ranks #215 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Plaza Heights Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Plaza Heights Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Plaza Heights Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Plaza Heights Christian 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 Plaza Heights Christian Academy a religious school?

Plaza Heights Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
212
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jackson County

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