Acellus Academy

Acellus Academy in Kansas City, MO serves 190 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 16 total teachers supporting its co–ed elementary and secondary programs.
Approximately 61% of the student body represents students of color, ranking Acellus Academy among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for diversity.
Acellus Academy offers a tuition rate competitive with Kansas City private schools, with local elementary and high school averages approximately $13,512 and $15,250 respectively.
The school is located within a large city locale and provides a regular academic curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Acellus Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Acellus Academy?
The application deadline for Acellus Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 190 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Kansas City, MO is $13,033 for elementary schools and $15,086 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kansas City, MO is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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