FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL

6455 E Commerce Ave.
KANSAS CITY, MO 64120

www.frontierstem.org

Charter School 401 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Frontier STEM High School, located in Kansas City, Missouri, is a specialized public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment with a primary focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). By integrating these subjects into the core curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for the demands of a modern, technology-driven workforce. The institution emphasizes critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and hands-on learning, often utilizing partnerships with local industries and institutions to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application.

Beyond its technical focus, Frontier STEM High School is committed to fostering a supportive community that prioritizes college and career readiness for a diverse student body. The school culture is built on high academic expectations, personalized student support, and a commitment to preparing graduates for success in higher education and technical professions. By offering a distinct STEM-centered educational path, the school provides an alternative for families in the Kansas City area looking for an intensive focus on innovation and technical proficiency.

401

Total Students

39.1

Full-Time Teachers

10.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

77.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	23
Hispanic	289
Black	76
Asian	6
Two or More	7

Hispanic
289 (72.1%)
Black
76 (19.0%)
White
23 (5.7%)
Two or More
7 (1.7%)
Asian
6 (1.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	FRONTIER SCHOOLS
Phone:	(816)241-6202
Website:	http://www.frontierstem.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	401
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	268
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	43

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 136

Grade 10 110

Grade 11 80

Grade 12 75