Sumner Academy Tops Kansas High Schools for Eighth Straight Year
Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, has been named the top high school in Kansas by U.S. News & World Report for the eighth consecutive year. The magnet school also ranked 101st nationally for the 2026-27…
Kansas City, MO, August 21, 2026 —
Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, has once again been recognized as the leading high school in the state by U.S. News & World Report. This marks the eighth consecutive year the magnet school has achieved the top ranking in Kansas.
For the 2026-27 academic year, Sumner Academy also secured a national ranking, placing 101st among all high schools evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. The annual rankings by the publication assess schools based on a variety of factors, including college readiness, graduation rates, and state assessment performance.
The consistent recognition highlights Sumner Academy’s sustained academic performance and commitment to student success. As a magnet school, it draws students from across the district and focuses on a specialized curriculum. The specific methodology and criteria used by U.S. News & World Report for these rankings are detailed on their official website.
Further details regarding the school’s performance metrics and comparative data are available through the U.S. News & World Report rankings.
Story summarized from the original created by Sarah Motter on www.kctv5.com, see more information here.
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