Genesis School Inc.

Genesis School Inc. is the sole public charter school serving grades PK-8 in Kansas City, Missouri. With a total enrollment of 225 students, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of Missouri elementary schools over the past three years, performing significantly below the state average on standardized assessments across all grade levels and subject areas.

The student population at Genesis School Inc. is predominantly African American (81.78%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (7.56%), two or more races (7.56%), and white (2.22%) students. Despite the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.5, which is lower than the state average, an alarming 98.67% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student body. The school's per-student spending for the 2021-2022 school year was $19,095, significantly higher than the state average, yet this increased funding does not appear to be translating into improved academic outcomes.

The consistently low performance of Genesis School Inc., as evidenced by its bottom-tier statewide rankings and proficiency rates, suggests that the school is struggling to provide a high-quality education to its students. Addressing the root causes of the school's challenges, such as resource allocation, instructional practices, and support for economically disadvantaged and minority students, will be crucial in order to improve outcomes and ensure that all learners at Genesis School Inc. receive the education they deserve.