Genesis School Inc.

Genesis School Inc. is the sole elementary public charter school serving grades PK-8 in the Genesis School Inc. district, which is ranked 367 out of 386 districts in the state of Missouri and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. With 225 students, the school is located in Kansas City, Missouri and faces significant challenges in providing effective education for its students.

The data for Genesis School Inc. paints a concerning picture, with extremely low academic performance across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 3rd grade math, only 5% of students were proficient or better compared to the state average of 40.8%. Additionally, the school has a very high chronic absenteeism rate of 53.7%, which is likely a major contributor to the poor academic outcomes. Despite the low performance, the school spends $19,095 per student, which is higher than the state average, raising questions about the efficiency and effectiveness of resource allocation and utilization.

With 98.67% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Genesis School Inc. is serving a community with very high levels of economic disadvantage, which can create additional barriers to student success. Addressing the complex challenges facing this school will likely require a multi-faceted approach targeting instructional quality, attendance, family engagement, and resource allocation. Continued monitoring and support will be crucial to help this school improve outcomes for its students.