Frontier School of Innovation, Middle School

Public Charter • 6-8
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Our Mission

The mission of Frontier Schools is to empower students to discover and develop their gifts and talents; in pursuit of college readiness, productive citizenship, and lifelong learning within an atmosphere of academic excellence with a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) focus to prepare for the STEM-related jobs now projected for the American workforce meeting the needs of all, including those whose primary interest is non-STEM providing flexibility to expand in the future to a STEAM environment by adding an Arts component.

Tuition: NO Tuition
Transportation provided
No Before or After Care Available

Points of Pride

STEM Focus
Diverse Student Body
Gifted & Talented

Frontier School of Innovation, Middle School

1575 Universal Dr.
Kansas City, MO 64120
816-241-6202
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Website: http://www.kcfsi.org/
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Apply: https://www.frontierschools.org/page?id=11
Frontier School of Innovation, Middle (4-8)

School Details

Year Established: 2009
Total Enrollment: 310
School Type: Public Charter
Sponsor: Saint Louis University
School Hours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Tuition

Tuition: NO Tuition

Demographics

Feeder Schools

6%
Receive Special Ed Services
33%
English Language Learners

Specialized Programs

Electives

  • Choir
  • Drawing

Sports Programs

  • Cheerleading (Girls)
  • Soccer (Boys)
  • Soccer (Girls)
  • Track and Field (Boys)
  • Track and Field (Girls)
  • Volleyball (Girls)

Clubs & Activities

  • Chess Club
  • Science Olympiad
  • Spirit Squad

Social Services

  • Dental Services
  • Learning Support Specialists
  • School Breakfast
  • School Lunch
  • School Nurse
  • Social Worker
  • Uniform Closet
  • Vision Services

Family Engagement

  • Classroom Volunteers
  • Evening Family Events
  • Family Appreciation Events
  • Field Trip Chaperone
  • Parent Communication App
  • Parent Education Programs
  • Parent-Teacher Association
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Schoolwide Volunteers

Application Details

Although many schools have application deadlines, most continue to accept applications for available seats on an ongoing basis.

Enrollment Open: Applications are currently open for the 2023-2024 and the 2024-2025 school year.
Residence: Students must live within the Kansas City Public Schools District boundaries.

Admission Preferences

  • Siblings
  • Alumni
  • Geographic
  • Free and Reduced Lunch
Apply to Frontier
Apply: https://www.frontierschools.org/page?id=11

Enrollment Requirements

  • Completed application
  • Birth Certificate
  • Current Immunization Record or Religious Exemption Statement
  • Most recent report card/transcript (not required for kindergarten applicants)

Public schools also require:

  • Proof of Address (also called “Proof of Residency”)
  • Parent or guardian photo ID

Standardized Test Results

English

* Indicates data has been suppressed due to a small student sample.

Math

* Indicates data has been suppressed due to a small student sample.

Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) tests are scored (or graded) according to four achievement levels: Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, and Advanced. The number shown here is the percentage of students who scored Proficient or Advanced. When comparing scores between years, please remember that the test Missouri gives has changed several times.

Please note that private schools are not required to participate in these exams.

In 2019, the average English score in Missouri was 48.7%; the average Math score was 41.9%, source

Attendance Rate 90/90

76%

Schools strive to have at least 90% of their students achieve a 90% attendance rate because kids learn best when they’re in school.

In 2019, 87.3% of Missouri students were in attendance at least 90% of the time, source.

Student Growth

English Language Arts

Does Not Apply

This data determines if individual students, compared to their peers, are making achievement gains over time in English Language Arts.

There are three categories possible: Floor (minimum), On Track (doing just fine), and Exceeding (outperforming their peers).

Mathematics

Does Not Apply

This data determines if individual students, compared to their peers, are making achievement gains over time in Mathematics.

There are three categories possible: Floor (minimum), On Track (doing just fine), and Exceeding (outperforming their peers).

Martha Loya, Frontier Parent

Five years ago, when we were looking for a great school for our four children, we chose Frontier Schools. We met the principal at the elementary building after we missed the open house. Even though he was about to leave, he took the time to show us around and tell us about Frontier School of Innovation.

He was super nice and we could tell how much he cared about his students, so we applied and have been enrolled ever since. Currently, we have our children attending 8th, 7th, 3rd and 1st grade. The staff is always making sure the students are working to their full potential.

They are always willing to talk about any questions or concerns the parents may have. If they don’t speak your language, they make sure they have someone who does and they do listen to everything.

As parents, we have the opportunity to be involved in several activities like field trips, parent teacher organization (PTO), classroom parties, quarterly family night and more! Best of all, the school takes the time to thank you for your time.