Public Charter • K-5
Hope Leadership Academy
Our Mission
To provide a world-class neighborhood school whose students thrive in a culture of academic rigor, character development, and caring relationships.
Points of Pride
School Details
Tuition
Demographics
Feeder Schools
11%
Receive Special Ed Services
0%
English Language Learners
Specialized Programs
Electives
- Drawing
- Painting
Sports Programs
Clubs & Activities
Social Services
- Learning Support Specialists
- School Nurse
- Social Worker
Family Engagement
- Field Trip Chaperone
- Parent Education Programs
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
Application Details
Although many schools have application deadlines, most continue to accept applications for available seats on an ongoing basis.
How to Apply
Hope Leadership Academy is one of the Kansas City schools working together to simplify their initial application process into one form – SchoolAppKC – that you can fill out on any electronic device.
Note: If they do not have space, you may choose to remain on their waiting list.
Admission Preferences
- Siblings
Apply to HLA
Apply: http://www.schoolappkc.org
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.
Please note that private schools are not required to participate in these exams.
In 2024, the average English score in Missouri was 43%; the average Math score was 41.1%, source
Attendance Rate 90/90
46%
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 2024, 78.2% of Missouri students were in attendance at least 90% of the time, source.
Third Grade Reading Scores
0%
Third grade is the important time when kids switch from learning to read to reading to learn and is an important benchmark for a student’s educational development.
In 2024, the average 3rd grade reading score in Missouri was 41.6%, source
Student Growth
English Language Arts
On Track
This data determines if individual students, compared to their peers, are making achievement gains over time in English Language Arts.
There are four categories possible: Emerging, Approaching, On-Track and Target.
Mathematics
Approaching
This data determines if individual students, compared to their peers, are making achievement gains over time in Mathematics.
There are four categories possible: Emerging, Approaching, On-Track and Target.
Santesa Gentry, HLA Parent
My daughter started out another local charter school and honestly I’ve always worried about her going to school because she is very selective with those she opens up to. When you think extreme introvert you would think of her. But from the first day at HLA in the TK classroom has been anything but a struggle. She loves going to school and loves her teacher. Since starting Hope Leadership Academy she has not had one bad thing to say about it. This school has restored my sense of security. If they can get through to my baby girl, I know any child can succeed in this community (school). I am truly grateful for this wonderful school right in the heart of our city.