Sumner Academy Tops State Again | Topeka News

Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, has once again claimed the top spot as the best high school in Missouri — its eighth consecutive year at No. 1 — and now ranks 101st nationally with an impressive overall score. What makes this even more remarkable is that it’s achieved this without a wealthy or uniform student body: nearly two-thirds of its 870 students are economically disadvantaged, yet they still score in the 94.5th national percentile for college-level coursework. District leaders credit this sustained success to a unified community effort — students, teachers, families, and leadership all committed to excellence. The school’s high participation in the International Baccalaureate program plays a key role, offering globally focused, advanced coursework. This recognition underscores a culture of academic rigor and student empowerment, celebrated by everyone who contributes to Sumner’s legacy of excellence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d1d3d7a5a36c96d4