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Sumner Academy of Arts & Science
- AOverall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 8-12
- Kansas City, KS
- 467 reviews
- AcademicsA-
- DiversityA
- TeachersB+
- College PrepA-
- Clubs & ActivitiesB-
- Health & SafetyA-
- AdministrationB+
- SportsB
- FoodC-
- Resources & FacilitiesC
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- Cost of LivingB+
- Good for FamiliesB
- HousingB-
Median Household Income
$43,573
National
$55,322Median Rent
$860
National
$949Median Home Value
$91,600
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 79%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.48 responses
Poll
- 69%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.48 responses
Students
Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,095
Free or Reduced Lunch
68%
- 81%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.53 responses
- 83%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.53 responses
- 83%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.53 responses
Teachers
- 74%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.69 responses
- 77%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.69 responses
- 77%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.69 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
B-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$13,819/ year
National
$12,239- 77%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.70 responses
- 26%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.70 responses
- 64%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.70 responses
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Sumner Academy of Arts & Science Reviews
467 reviews
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Overall, Sumner Academy is a good school. The environment is extremely diverse and provides students, parents, and staff with a great experience. The school spirit is there for sure, as far as sports, and students and staff supporting one another! There are plenty of clubs and extracurriculars, and the school does an amazing job with preparing students for the future, whether that is college, or the workforce.
I loved the teachers at Sumner. They were very supportive in every aspect, whether it be in sports, academics, or find resources. They provided a challenging classroom environment and really want their students to succeed. In addition to providing a challenging classroom they have a variety of sports, clubs and organizations for extracurricular activities. The cross country, band and orchestra are all very challenging and good organizations!
Sumner Academy is most known for its rigorous academic measures and dedicates focus on college readiness throughout your high school career. Sumner offers a very unique experience when compared against traditional high schools in the district- and even in the United States by providing a great college-like experience. Sumner prepares students for harder, more consistent work when they enter college, because of this time management, resourcefulness, and ability to be independent all are characteristics a good Sumner student will practice. Throughout the 5 years I attended Sumner, I developed spectacular writing, reading, math, and science skills. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required to attend Sumner every semester. If you fail to meet this requirement, you will be placed on Academic Probation. If you fail to meet the requirement for the second semester, you will be dismissed from the school.