Serving 72 students in grades 9-12, Alfred Fairfax Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred Fairfax Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alfred Fairfax Academy's student population of 72 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Alfred Fairfax Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred Fairfax Academy is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1010 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
22%
Black
47%
7%
White
7%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred Fairfax Academy's ranking?
Alfred Fairfax Academy is ranked #1010 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Alfred Fairfax Academy often compared to?
Alfred Fairfax Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bridges/wyandot Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alfred Fairfax Academy?
The graduation rate of Alfred Fairfax Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alfred Fairfax Academy?
72 students attend Alfred Fairfax Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Alfred Fairfax Academy students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred Fairfax Academy?
Alfred Fairfax Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alfred Fairfax Academy offer ?
Alfred Fairfax Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred Fairfax Academy part of?
Alfred Fairfax Academy is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred Fairfax Academy located?
Alfred Fairfax Academy is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast.
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