Public Charter • PK-8
KC International Academy
Our Mission
KC International Academy is committed to excellence in education, inspiring and empowering children from all nationalities and diverse backgrounds, giving them the foundation they need to achieve the highest level of success in life.
Points of Pride
School Details
Tuition
Demographics
Feeder Schools
5%
Receive Special Ed Services
55%
English Language Learners
Specialized Programs
- Culturally Centered
Arts Programs
- Band
- Ceramics
- Choir
- Drawing
- Drum/Percussion
- Instrumental Music
- Painting
- Photography
- Sculpture
- Visual Arts
- Vocal Music
Sports Programs
- Basketball (Boys)
- Basketball (Girls)
- Cross Country (Boys)
- Cross Country (Girls)
- Soccer (Boys)
- Soccer (Girls)
- Volleyball (Girls)
Clubs & Activities
- Book Club
- Journalism/Newspaper
- Student Government
Social Services
- BackSnack Program
- Dental Services
- Interpreters
- Learning Support Specialists
- School Breakfast
- School Counselor
- School Lunch
- School Nurse
- Social Worker
- Therapist
- Uniform Closet
- Vision Services
Family Engagement
- Classroom Volunteers
- Evening Family Events
- Family Appreciation Events
- Field Trip Chaperone
- Parent Book Clubs
- Parent Communication App
- Parent Education Programs
- Parent-Community Association
- 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.
How to Apply
KC International Academy is one of the Kansas City charter schools working together to simplify their initial application process into one easy 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.
E-mail Jennifer Wilson, Director of Student Services, at jwilson@kcia.us or call 816-242-4206 for more information.
Admission Preferences
- Siblings
Apply to KCIA
Apply: https://kcia.us/registration-information/
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
Math
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
87%
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.
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 2019, the average 3rd grade reading score in Missouri was 48.7%, source
Student Growth
English Language Arts
Exceeding
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
Exceeding
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).
Safia Hassan, KCIA Parent
My name is Safia Hassan and I’m a parent of 5th, 4th, 1st, and Kindergarten students at KC International Academy. You can’t imagine how much they love this school. My oldest kid has been at this school for six years and still enrolled. I chose KCIA because it’s a multicultural school and that makes it a special school. My kids and I are happy that they’re going to this school, because they see new people and learn things from different cultures. My kids get a lot of educational support they need to get to their learning targets. The school leadership and the teachers work very hard in making sure the students get the best education and support they need to succeed. This school has a good learning environment. Bigger classrooms, better playground and sports field for older kids. You can get involved in your child’s education. The school has onsite translators if language is a barrier. Students have the opportunity to join after school programs, such as after school family reading and seasonal girls on the run. This school has lots of support for students to learn.