The Daniel Academy

The Daniel Academy in Kansas City, MO serves 219 students in grades PK–12 within a Christian–affiliated, co–ed city–based private school.
Founded in 2007, the school offers a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 26 teachers, providing education from preschool through high school.
Approximately 37% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, reflecting the demographic composition of the surrounding South Kansas City neighborhood.
As a city–located private school, tuition follows local trends with an emphasis on affordability compared to the Kansas City average for elementary and secondary private education.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 219 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
219 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Daniel Academy?
The application deadline for The Daniel Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Daniel Academy located?
The Daniel Academy is located in the South Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 6 other private schools located in South Kansas City.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 219 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Kansas City, MO is $13,075 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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