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#40 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 10% of private schools

The Daniel Academy

School

310 W 106TH ST, Kansas City, MO 64114

Private

Enrollment

188

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#40 of 399

In Kansas City

#10 of 39

public schools

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The Daniel Academy

7.9/10

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

Notre Dame De Sion High School

8.6/10

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About The Daniel Academy

The Daniel Academy is a private school in Kansas City, MO. The Daniel Academy serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Daniel Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares1.6 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 188 students, The Daniel 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, The Daniel Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Daniel 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 The Daniel Academy compares to 152 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
188
This School
vs
456
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.9
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.8% vs 0%
Asian 13.8% vs 0%
Black 9% vs 0%
The Daniel Academy Kansas City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Daniel Academy (this school) 7.9
CENTER MIDDLE 6.4
RED BRIDGE ELEM. 7.6
INDIAN CREEK ELEM. 4.9
YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING 5.4
BOONE ELEM. 7.4
CENTER SR. HIGH 3.7
WARFORD ELEMENTARY 3.9
JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY 6.0
CENTER ELEM. 3.4
DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S
ACADEMY FOR INTEGRATED ARTS 6.9
MARTIN CITY ELEM. 7.1
COMPASS ELEMENTARY 7.3
HALE COOK ELEMENTARY 5.7
HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER 3.1
Academie Lafayette Oak Elem 3.8
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-MIDDLE 8.8
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-UPPER 7.3
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER 7.1
RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL 6.7

Showing 20 of 152 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

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)
A 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 55%
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
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Enrollment 188
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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 63.3%
Hispanic 13.8%
Asian 13.8%
Black 9.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

310 W 106TH ST, Kansas City, MO 64114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Daniel Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE BARSTOW SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WHITEFIELD ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 0.1 mi 8.6
CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City 0.4 mi 6.4
RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 0.5 mi 7.6
INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 1.0 mi 4.9
ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City 1.1 mi
THE BARSTOW SCHOOL Kansas City 1.4 mi 6.9
ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 1.7 mi 4.6
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Kansas City 1.8 mi 6.4
Brookwood Elem Leawood 1.6 mi 8.3
YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City 2.1 mi 5.4
BOONE ELEM. Kansas City 2.1 mi 7.4
WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City 2.1 mi 6.9
CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kansas City 2.4 mi 8.0
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF KANSAS CITY Kansas City 2.4 mi 8.0
CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City 2.3 mi 3.7
Leawood Middle Leawood 2.2 mi 8.2
Leawood Elementary Leawood 2.4 mi 8.4
NATIVITY PARISH SCHOOL Leawood 2.5 mi 6.8
GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City 2.9 mi 6.7
JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,643

Median Home Value

$257,400

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

24,464

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

40.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
OAKHILL DAY SCHOOL Gladstone, MO 7.8
CLAY-PLATTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 8.1
THE SUMMIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Springfield, MO 7.7
MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert, MO 8.2
CROSSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Villa Ridge, MO 7.6
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City, MO 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Daniel Academy

What grades does The Daniel Academy serve?

The Daniel Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Daniel Academy?

The Daniel Academy has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Daniel Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The Daniel Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Daniel Academy rank in MO?

The Daniel Academy ranks #40 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is The Daniel Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The Daniel Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Daniel Academy a private school?

Yes, The Daniel Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Daniel Academy a religious school?

The Daniel Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
188
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
154 days
Setting
Large City
County
Jackson County

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