Very Good
#106 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 26% of private schools
The Plaza Academy
High School
601 WESTPORT RD, Kansas City, MO 64111
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#106 of 399
In Kansas City
#21 of 39
public schools
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The Plaza Academy
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About The Plaza Academy
The Plaza Academy is a private high school in Kansas City, MO. The Plaza Academy serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Plaza Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, The Plaza 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, The Plaza Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Plaza 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 The Plaza Academy compares to 62 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Plaza Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE JUNIOR ACADEMY | 6.4 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS | 6.8 |
| Academie Lafayette Armour IMS | 6.1 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 5.5 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School | 3.7 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. | — |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY | 4.6 |
| PASEO ACAD. OF PERFORMING ARTS | 7.3 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS MIDDLE | 6.8 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-U | 5.3 |
| FRONTIER SCHL OF EXCELLENCE-M | 4.3 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL INC. | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. | 9.0 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| CONTRACT | 3.7 |
Showing 20 of 62 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.
Data Unavailable
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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 WESTPORT RD, Kansas City, MO 64111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Plaza Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CRISTO REY KANSAS CITY (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALLEN VILLAGE HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE ELEMENTARY ACADE Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE JUNIOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRIMARY ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ALLEN VILLAGE PRESCHOOL Kansas City | 0.1 mi | — |
| WESTPORT MONTESSORI Kansas City | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| OUR LADY OF HOPE Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| GORDON PARKS ELEM. Kansas City | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| THE PEMBROKE HILL SCHOOL - WORNALL CAMPUS Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Academie Lafayette Armour IMS Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE ARMOUR IHS Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CRISTO REY KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ACADEMIE LAFAYETTE CHERRY ELEM Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ALTERNATIVE RESOURCE CTR. Kansas City | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,802
Median Home Value
$269,500
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
16,974
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
30.2%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LUTIE HIGH Theodosia, MO | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington, MO | 7.1 |
| MACON CO. HIGH New Cambria, MO | 7.0 |
| TINA-AVALON HIGH Tina, MO | 7.0 |
| MIRIAM ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
| CORNERSTONE WITH CARE - OZANAM SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Plaza Academy
What grades does The Plaza Academy serve?
The Plaza Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend The Plaza Academy?
The Plaza Academy has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Plaza Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Plaza Academy is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Plaza Academy rank in MO?
The Plaza Academy ranks #106 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is The Plaza Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Plaza Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Plaza Academy a private school?
Yes, The Plaza Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Plaza Academy a religious school?
No, The Plaza Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 561-0770
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