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Universal Academy

10515 Grandview Road Kansas City, MO 64137
Tel: (816) 965-0186
www.universityacademy.org
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • Universal Academy is an accredited college preparatory institution.
  • Our mission is to please Allah through the excellence of Islamic education.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Diversity
Highest percentage of students of color

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Islamic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeUniversal Academy
Pre-K23
Kind11
114
210
310
412
512
613
710
811
95
109
116
123
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Student Body

Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
78%
Average Class Size
10 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
State or regional independent school association

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Rita Shadeed
Application URL
Online Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Universal Academy often compared to?
Universal Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Islamic School Of Greater Kansas City by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Universal Academy?
The acceptance rate of Universal Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
When is the application deadline for Universal Academy?
The application deadline for Universal Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Universal Academy located?
Universal Academy is located in the Royal Oaks neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.

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The average private school tuition in Kansas City, MO is $12,557 for elementary schools and $14,503 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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