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#305 of 399 private schools in MO
St Teresa's Academy
High School
5600 MAIN ST, Kansas City, MO 64113
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#305 of 399
In Kansas City
#33 of 39
public schools
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About St Teresa's Academy
St Teresa's Academy is a private high school in Kansas City, MO. St Teresa's Academy serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Teresa's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #305 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Teresa's 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
BetaHow St Teresa's Academy compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Teresa's Academy (this school) | 5.5 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-U | 5.3 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| EWING MARION KAUFFMAN HIGH | 8.4 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER | 7.3 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School | 3.7 |
| SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS | 6.8 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| CONTRACT | 3.7 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH | 3.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. | 9.0 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| CROSSROADS PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.3 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| KIPP KC LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| NORTHEAST HIGH | 3.8 |
| DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S | — |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Kansas City
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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
5600 MAIN ST, Kansas City, MO 64113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Teresa's Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EWING MARION KAUFFMAN HIGH (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,593
Median Home Value
$483,600
Median Rent
$2,307/mo
Population
12,442
College Educated
87.7%
Homeownership
94.6%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH TECHNICAL Florissant, MO | 5.5 |
| OAK GROVE HIGH Oak Grove, MO | 5.5 |
| COR JESU ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 5.4 |
| MARSHALL SR. HIGH Marshall, MO | 5.4 |
| PLEASANT HILL HIGH Pleasant Hill, MO | 5.4 |
| BOWLING GREEN HIGH Bowling Green, MO | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Teresa's Academy
What grades does St Teresa's Academy serve?
St Teresa's Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Teresa's Academy?
St Teresa's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Teresa's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Teresa's Academy is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Teresa's Academy rank in MO?
St Teresa's Academy ranks #305 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Teresa's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Teresa's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Teresa's Academy a private school?
Yes, St Teresa's Academy is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Teresa's Academy a religious school?
St Teresa's Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 607
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 501-0036
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